Silverfish Control | 24 Hour Pest Control Company

Silverfish Inspection and Extermination

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Have you seen silverfish in your business or property?

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Silverfish may be an indicator of a damp problem so it’s always best to get it checked out.

Silverfish are small wingless insects around 12mm long and silver in colour with a distinctive cigar-shaped body.

Silverfish are very common across the world and they thrive in human habitats due to our lifestyles. Whilst silverfish are mostly considered to be a nuisance, if they increase in significant numbers, they can become a problem particularly in environments such as sterile places, for example, hospitals.

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So, if you have a problem with silverfish give us a call and we’ll offer advice and solutions for you.

Habitat

• Found in damp areas, commonly bathrooms, kitchens, cellars and attics – they thrive in humidity

• Nocturnal in habit

• Mainly feeding on starchy substances such as carbohydrate foods, glues and wall- paper paste

• Can be destructive, feeding on paper items such as books, photos and plaster

Breeding

• They lay their eggs in cracks and crevices

• Nymphs grow by an indefinite number of moults

• Adults can live for over 3 years, taking up to a year to reach adulthood

Control Measures

• Treat areas of damp

• Control of humidity

• Keep dust and debris to a minimum

• Vacuum regularly

• Store food in containers with tight fitting lids

• Use of approved insecticides are most likely to prove effective.