Silverfish Control
Mays Hill

What are Silverfish?

Silverfish are pest that are commonly found in dwelling in drawers or boxes in sheds and garages. Silverfish are known for their destructive feeding habits, oftentimes ruining newspapers, clothing and wallpaper. Silverfish feed on carbohydrates, especially sugars and starches. Cellulose, shampoos, glue in books, linen, silk and dead insects may be food sources. These white creepy creatures can dart off easily. They are mostly found in basements, attics, kitchens and bathrooms. Furthermore, silverfish are especially attracted to paper and damp clothing.

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

Silverfish do not transmit diseases, but the pests may trigger allergies in some people and further damage properties. Their presence occasionally 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. Aside from that, they feed on carpet, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents are considered food for those pests.

These house bugs are often found in dark and sheltered regions in the home. If not, they are likely undisturbed in bookshelves, cupboards, closets and secluded locations.

As previously mentioned, they may not cause large damage, however, they are viewed as an annoyance and can deem damage to any items.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are classified as nocturnal pests and they move around so fast. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and paste, most people can easily identify their existence because they leave stains on clothing and wardrobes.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold areas. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroom, kitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found where 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 that involves 3 phases 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 flourish to grow into adults between 3 months to 3 decades.

Regardless of the fact that they are in charge of household damages, silverfish holds no record to transmit illnesses. Then again, they are sustenance for different pests like earwigs, home centipedes, and insects.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow diminish their brooding when you wash the household, it cannot ensure that silverfish Infestation will be wholly terminated. It will still be a wise choice if proficient annoyance control administrations 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 routine treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what type of treatment should be used

If you speculate a silverfish infestation in the solace of your house, it’s best to call the assistance of an authorised pest control expert. Here at Local Pest Control Parramatta, we guarantee free inspection offer and we will distinguish a prescribed treatment tailor-fit for your prerequisite or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to humans.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Mays Hill

Do you want the best pest control Mays Hill services that are economical and effective? Do you need a business that is reliable? Do you require pest control that lasts and provide a service that is value for price? Do you want to deal with professionals who are skilled and knowledgeable? Do you need pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatment?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can provide low-cost pest control services. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to offer effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive because we are aware of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or in your community.

We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and provide the best course of treatment.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
• Free Advice, Free Phone Quote
• Termite Reticulation Service
• Residential & Commercial Services
• Council Certificates
• Saturday Work – No Extra Charge
• Termite Service Pre-Construction
• Packages saving you money to treat up to 15 pests

Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest management services but commercial premises because of their safety and health regulations, need far more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control Parramatta, after an initial examination as well as treatment we can arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is visiting your premises using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly tackle all kinds of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the Mays Hill area.

We’ll offer you an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and individual treatments) from returning to your property.