Silverfish Control
Baulkham Hills

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you open a book you found a tiny and white monster nestled in between the pages? That is a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these animals are known to be destructive pests. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

Silverfish has been on the planet millions of years ago before dinosaurs. Meaning, bugs like them have lived 400 million years! They are small wingless insects, with fish-like appearance and appear to be whitish-gray in color. They’re benign and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Their existence is sometimes undetected and homeowners often transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a safe dark and damp place where they can nestle and strain, and over time spread anywhere. These pests will enter houses through foundation cracks, torn screens, or openings around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish indoors. They are not known to spread illnesses but they are capable of triggering allergic reactions in some people and further damage possessions. Their presence sometimes attracts carpet beetles and causes unease because of their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes whatever that includes polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are available in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, a few paints, paper, images, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because of the fact that these creatures feed on it due to the paste. Overall, anything which has polysaccharide contents are considered meals for those pests.

These national creepy crawlers are often located in dark and sheltered areas in the household. If not, they are likely undisturbed in book shelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places.

These national creepy crawlers are often found lurking in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely hiding between the nooks of the bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places. They may not impose any injury, and nothing has ever been recorded, however, they are considered a nuisance and may be harmful to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are proven to be nocturnal and they move around so quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people become aware that if they see holes and yellowish stains on their clothes or wardrobes, they know that silverfish is the culprit.

As above, silverfish likes moist, dark and cold areas. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, underneath the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new infrastructures, enormous numbers might be found in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to two months to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 stages and lasts over half an hour. The female silverfish is effective at putting out 60 eggs and deposited in small crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to develop into adults between 3 weeks to 3 years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record in transmitting diseases. On the other hand, they’re food for other insects such as earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house does not necessarily guarantee to lessen the number of silverfish. Therefore, most homeowners seek advice to professional pest control services to implement a customised treatment focused on silverfish eradication.

Here are some reasons why having a professional silverfish treatment is a good initiative:

• Reduces the risk of infestation
• Monitors other related pest problems overtime
• They can determine the extent of infestation
• A routine treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what sort of treatment should be used

That being said, they can activate an allergic reaction in some people. Professionals have their own gear. Silverfish can be difficult to completely control this is especially true in homes which have wooden shingles on the roof. Additionally, a trained professional will be better because they’ll be able to help you identify and treat the areas where silverfish is residing. If you suspect a silverfish infestation in the comfort of your home, it’s best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Hills District, we promise free Inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit for your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you use?

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they come in contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What do I do if happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you possibly can. After a relatively short period of time, the water carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Baulkham Hills

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable pest control services. Also, we are staffed with a team of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact while delivering powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and wellbeing of your family being our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties will require annual pest control but commercial buildings, due to their safety and health regulations, need far more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Hills District, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we will arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you may encounter in the area of Baulkham Hills.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and specific treatment) from coming back to your property.