Silverfish Control
Lethbridge Park

What are Silverfish?

Have you pulled a book off the rack or even opened an old wooden box and just scream when these white unpleasant creatures dart off? We are referring to silverfish.

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 look and are whitish-grey in colour. They are harmless and there had been no acknowledged proof that they cause diseases or introduce poison, however, they are considered pests in houses and businesses.

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

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish devours whatever comprises polysaccharides, for example, starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are used in book ties. Besides that, they feed on a floor covering, apparel, espresso, dandruff, stick, hair, a few paints, paper, photographs, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception in addition to these pests feed on it because of the paste. By and large, anything that’s polysaccharide substance is seen as sustenance for these insects.

Silverfish are common pest species and are abundant in Africa, the Americas, Europe, Australia, Asia and other parts of the Pacific. They occupy moist areas with relative humidity between 75 percent and 95%.

As aforementioned, they may not inflict any injury, but they are considered a nuisance and may be unfavourable to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

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

They are found hiding in dark and moist nooks of the toilet, kitchen cabinets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are new buildings, large numbers may be found where masonry is still damp. During a famine, a silverfish may even attack leatherware and synthetic materials. Silverfish can live for a year or more without eating.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the male and female carryout an interesting ritual that involves 3 phases and might last over 30 minutes. The female silverfish lay about 60 eggs and deposited in little crevices. Eventually, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will work on its way to become adults after three months to three years.

Though they are responsible for household damages, silverfish holds no record to be 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 amount 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 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 at the comfort of your home, it is best to call the help of a licensed pest control professional. Here at Local Pest Control Blacktown, we guarantee free inspection offer and we’ll identify a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatment you use?

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

What do I do if I accidentally touch any 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 fast as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Lethbridge Park

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family being our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home and in the work place. 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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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties need annual pest control services however commercial properties, due to their safety and health requirements will require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Blacktown, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are we are equipped to effectively deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you may encounter in the Lethbridge Park area.

We will provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and individual treatment) from returning to your property.