Silverfish Control
The Ponds

What are Silverfish?

Silverfish are pest that are generally found in dwelling in drawers or boxes in garages and sheds. Silverfish are known for their destructive feeding habits, oftentimes ruining papers, 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 moist clothing.

Silverfish have been existing for a number of years, coexisting with historical animals. Which means, bugs like them have been walking round the ground for 400 million years! They are little, wingless insects, with the fish-like appearance and give off a feeling of becoming whitish-grey in color. They are harmless and there’s been no known proof that they cause illnesses or inflict poison, however, they are seen as a pest in homes and organisations.

Their existence is sometimes undetected and homeowners frequently transport silverfish indoors unknowingly. Once inside, they find a secure dark and damp place where they can nestle and strain, and over time spread everywhere. These pests will enter homes through foundation cracks, torn screens, or gaps around doors. Leaving dirty dishes out in the open will also lure silverfish indoors. They are not known to spread illnesses but they are capable of triggering allergic reactions in certain people and further damage properties. Their presence 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. Apart from that, they feed on carpet, clothing, java, 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 glue. Overall, anything that’s polysaccharide contents are considered food for those pests.

Silverfish are cosmopolitan species, meaning to say, they are common and are found in Africa, the Americas, Europe, Australia, Asia and other parts of the Pacific. They live in moist areas that require a relative humidity between 75% and 95%. In urban areas, they can be located in basements and attics.

As aforementioned, they may not impose any harm, however they’re considered a nuisance and can be harmful to any belongings.

Spotting an Infestation

Silverfish are categorised as nocturnal pests and they go around so fast. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and glue, most people can easily identify their presence because they leave stains on clothing and wardrobes.

They are found hiding in dark and damp nooks of the bathroom, 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 small crevices. Eventually, when the eggs hatch, the nymphs will operate on its way to become adults after three months to three decades.

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

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you may somehow lessen their brooding when you wash the household, it can’t guarantee that silverfish infestation will be completely eradicated. It will still be a wise decision if specialist pest control services will be taken for silverfish treatment.

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 routine treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what sort of treatment should be used

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

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the products you employ?

The security of your pet is very important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to humans.

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

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your water carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control The Ponds

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide low-cost service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control experts that specialise in pest biological studies . They are certified to offer efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or your community.

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

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the work place. We are equipped and well-trained to identify the pest problem and suggest the appropriate course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

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

We at Local Pest Control Blacktown, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you can possibly experience in the The Ponds area.

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