Silverfish Control
Long Point

What are Silverfish?

Have you ever pulled a book off the shelf or may be opened an old wooden container only to get surprised while these white creepy creatures dart off? Well, we’re talking about silverfish.

Silverfish has been on earth 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 color. They are benign and there have been no known evidence that they cause diseases or inject poison but then they’re considered pests in homes and businesses.

These unpleasant crawlers are globally recognized and are found in America, Australia, Africa, Eurasia and different parts of the Pacific. They settle in moist areas where the temperature is appropriate for them, generally humid and about 75% and 95% in temperature. In Urban areas particularly families, they are usually found in storage rooms, basements, baths, sinks, kitchens, old books, and showers.

Silverfish in Australian Households

Silverfish feed on anything that contains polysaccharides, like starches and dextrins in adhesives, which are found in book bindings. They are also known to feed on carpeting, clothing, coffee, dandruff, glue, hair, some paints, paper, photos, plaster, and sugar. Wallpapers are not an exception as well because of the glue. Overall, anything that has polysaccharide contents is known as food for these pests.

These domestic creepy crawlers are often found in darkened and dark areas in the home. Otherwise, they are likely undisturbed in book shelves, cupboards, closets and secluded places.

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 classified as nocturnal pests and they go around so quickly. Since they voraciously consume on starch-rich items and glue, most people can easily identify their presence since they leave stains on clothes and wardrobes.

As aforementioned, silverfish loves damp, dark and cold areas. So, it is better to inspect the bathroomkitchen closets, under the sink, attics and basements. Usually, when there are fresh buildings, large numbers could be found where masonry is still damp.

Silverfish eggs usually take within two weeks to 2 months to hatch. Actually, the adult male and female carryout an interesting mating ritual which involves 3 stages and lasts over 30 minutes. The female silverfish is capable of laying 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.

Regardless 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 insects like earwigs, house centipedes, and insects.

Controlling Silverfish Brooding

Though you can reduce their brooding while you wash the household, it can’t assure that silverfish infestation can be absolutely removed. It will nevertheless be a smart option if professional pest management services can be obtained for silverfish remedy.

Here are a few reasons why having an expert silverfish treatment is the very best initiative:

• Reduces the risk of infestation
• Monitors other related pest problems overtime
• They can determine the magnitude of infestation
• A regular treatment will keep the pest infestation to a minimum
• They know what type 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 Ingleburn, we promise free inspection offer and we’ll determine a recommended treatment tailor-fit to your requirement or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you employ?

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the constituents active they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a brief period in time carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Long Point

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to offer affordable service for pest management. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the species of pests that are present in your area or community.

We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and wellbeing of your family members as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and provide the best methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

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

At Local Pest Control Ingleburn, after an initial examination as well as treatment we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively handle every one of the many kinds of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the Long Point area.

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