Silverfish Control
Kings Langley

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever wondered that when you open a book you found a little and white monster nestled in between the pages? That’s a silverfish. Commonly found in old boxes, drawers and bookshelves, these creatures are known to be harmful 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 ground 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 look and are whitish-grey in colour. They are benign and there had been no acknowledged proof that they cause diseases or introduce toxin, however, they may be considered pests in homes and businesses.

These creepy crawlers are cosmopolitan species found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and other parts of the Pacific. They love to nestle moist areas where temperature is favourable, relatively humid between 75% and 95%. In urban areas specifically households, they are commonly found in attics, bathrooms, bathrooms, sinks, kitchens, old books, and showers.

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 love to feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception too because these creatures feed on it because of the paste. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents is considered food for these insects.

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

As previously mentioned, they may not cause massive damage, however, they are viewed as a hassle and can deem damage to any items.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are parasitic insects and they move around so fast. Their main diet entails starch-rich matter and those that contain paste. Most people can easily identify their existence since they leave stains on clothing and wardrobes.

As above, silverfish loves moist, dark and cold areas. 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 where masonry remains damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. In fact, the adult female and male carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 stages and lasts over 30 minutes. 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 months to 3 decades.

Though they are accounted for family damages, silverfish holds no holds any record in transmitting diseases. On The alternative hand, they are food for different insects such as earwigs, house 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 extent of infestation
• A regular treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what sort of treatment should be used

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to humans.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas that have been spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you possibly can. In a short amount of time, the water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

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We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and well-being of your family being our top priority.

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Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best method of action.

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A majority of homes will require annual pest control services but commercial premises, due to their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

At JT Pest Control Baulkham Hills, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we are able to set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we have the tools to deal with all kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the area of Kings Langley.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and individual treatment) from returning to your home.