Silverfish Control
Box Hill

What are Silverfish?

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

Silverfish have been on the earth hundreds of thousands of years in the past before dinosaurs. Meaning, insects like them have lived for 400 million years! They are small wingless bugs, with the fish-like appearance and are whitish-grey in colour. They are harmless and there had been no recognised proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they are considered pests in homes and businesses.

Silverfish don’t transmit diseases, but the pests can trigger allergies in some people and further damage properties. Their existence sometimes attracts carpet beetles and causes unease due to their strange appearance.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish absorbs anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Both adults and larvae like to feed on carpet, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is considered food for these insects.

These national creepy crawlers are often found in dark and sheltered areas in the household. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in book shelves, cabinets, cabinets and secluded places.

They nestle in dark and sheltered areas in the household. If not, they are probably undiscovered in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places. They may not impose any harm but they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any possessions.

Spotting an Infestation

These creepy crawlers are known to be nocturnal and they move around fast. Since they feed on starches and paste, most individuals will be conscious of their existence when they see holes and yellowish stains on their clothing or wardrobes. They understand that silverfish is present.

As aforementioned, silverfish enjoys moist, dark and cold locations. So, it’s better to inspect the toilet, kitchen closets, underneath the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new infrastructures, enormous numbers might be discovered in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. In fact, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual that involves 3 stages and lasts over half an hour. The female silverfish is effective at putting out 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. When these eggs hatch, the nymphs will thrive to develop into adults between 3 weeks to 3 decades.

Though they’re accounted for family damages, silverfish holds no holds any record in transmitting diseases. On The alternative hand, they are food for different insects like earwigs, home centipedes, and spiders.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow reduce their brooding when you wash the household, it cannot guarantee that silverfish infestation will be entirely eradicated. It will still be a wise decision if professional pest management services will be taken for silverfish treatment.

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

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

If you suspect a silverfish infestation in the comfort of your home, it is best to call the support of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Hills District, we guarantee free inspection offer and we will determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you apply?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects on humans.

What do I do if I happen to touch one of the areas that have been sprayed?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you possibly can. After a brief period duration, your water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Box Hill

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable service for pest management. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

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We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed with the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the work place. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest management services but commercial buildings because of their health and safety requirements will require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Hills District, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce the need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to perform any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly handle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you may encounter within the Box Hill region.

We will provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and specific treatment) from coming back to your home.