Silverfish Control

What are Silverfish?
  1. Silverfish are small, wingless insects known for their silvery-blue color appearance. They are commonly found in dark, damp areas such as basements, kitchens, and bathrooms. These pests feed on carbohydrates, sugars, and starches, making them a nuisance in homes and businesses.

Signs of Silverfish Infestation
Signs of silverfish infestation include yellow stains, feces that resemble black pepper, and damage to paper, clothing, and other starchy materials. They are nocturnal and move quickly, making them difficult to spot.

Silverfish

Habitat -Silverfish are small insects that are sliver grey and about 20mm long. They are common in the UK and are nocturnal. Silverfish like Warm and moist spaces, like basements and crawl spaces, bathrooms and kitchens will attract silverfish inside your property. Hide in the day in crevices behind skirting boards, floorboards and bath panels. They cannot climb smooth or polished surfaces.

Biology - eggs are whitish or brown and up to 100 are laid in crevices or foodstuff over a 2 month period. The Nymphs have about 10 moults to reach adulthood and this may take up to a year depending on temperature and humidity levels.

importance - Silverfish infestations may become more of nuisance when they have reached unacceptable numbers. Silverfish eat starches and protein-rich items, including grains, vegetables, fibres, sugars and fabrics. Having a silverfish infestation can be big a problem for book collectors or vintage clothing. The silverfish diet includes paper glue and textiles. This pest will leave small holes in the items they eat.

control - humidity and damp is control is the most effective way of controlling silverfish. If rooms are high in humidity then using a dehumidifier will help with achieving control along with a chemical spray to be carried out by professional pest controller. You should also store any books, packets of dried food and clothing in dry atmosphere areas to make it less attractive for silverfish to infest your property.

Our tailored treatment plans and eradication methods are designed to effectively eliminate silverfish infestations and prevent future occurrences. We understand the importance of protecting your property and belongings from these destructive pests.

Protect Your Property from Silverfish

Don't let silverfish damage your valuable possessions. Contact us today to schedule a comprehensive inspection and take proactive measures to safeguard your home or business.