Silverfish Control
Bella Vista

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you start a book you found a tiny and white monster 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, especially sugars and starches. They have voracious feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, clothing and wallpaper.

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

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

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish consumes anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. Aside from that, they feed on carpeting, clothing, java, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too as these creatures feed on it because of the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents are considered food for these pests.

These house insects are often found in dark and sheltered regions in the household. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in bookshelves, cabinets, cabinets and secluded locations.

As above, they may not impose any harm, however they are considered a nuisance and can be destructive to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are proven to be nocturnal and they move around so quickly. Since they feed on starches and paste, most people become mindful that if they see openings and yellowish stains in their attire or closets, they know that silverfish is the culprit.

As above, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold locations. So, it’s better to inspect the bathroomkitchen cupboards, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers could be found in which masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs generally take within 14 Days to two months to incubate. Indeed, the female and male carry out a fascinating custom that includes 3 phases and might last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay around 60 eggs and stored in small crevices. At the end, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will deal on its way to move toward becoming adults after after three months to three years.

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

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Cleaning the house doesn’t necessarily guarantee to lessen the amount of silverfish. Therefore, most homeowners seek advice to professional pest management services to implement a customised treatment focused on silverfish eradication.

Here are some reasons why using a professional silverfish treatment is a fantastic 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 suspect a silverfish infestation on the comfort of your home, it is far better to request the help of a certified pest control specialist. Here at JT Pest Control Baulkham Hills, we guarantee free inspection provide and we are able to perceive the best remedy tailor-fit for your requirement or challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatments you apply?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to humans.

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you possibly can. After a relatively short period in time water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable pest control services. We also have a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

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We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are designed to ensure the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

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Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests at home and at work. We are equipped and well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and recommend appropriate course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest control services but commercial premises due to health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

At JT Pest Control Baulkham Hills, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we can create an annual program for our customers to reduce the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another benefit we provide is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are fully equipped to expertly handle all kinds of pest control problems you might encounter within the Bella Vista region.

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