Silverfish are small, wingless pests that can cause significant damage to your home. Their name comes from the silvery colour and the way they move – very fast and as if they are swimming. Silverfish thrive in damp, dark environments, so are often found in bathrooms, kitchens, basements, and attics. If you spot silverfish scurrying across your floors or you see damage to books, wallpaper, or fabrics, it’s definitely time to act. The Xpress silverfish pest control experts are ready to help you eliminate these pests and can provide you with advice to prevent them from coming back. We’re here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to take your call.
Silverfish species are possibly 400 million years old and not harmful to humans, but they can be incredibly destructive to your property. They feed on sugary and starchy materials, including paper, glue, fabric, and even stored food. Silverfish are notorious for feeding on these types of products, causing holes and destruction in books, documents, and wallpaper. They will also chew through natural fabrics and can find their way into dry goods. Because infestations can cause such serious damage, if you spot one it’s best to call our professionals. Our pest controllers have experience in a range of silverfish extermination situations and use a water-based insecticide, sprayed throughout the infected area, that targets both adults and eggs.
Effective silverfish extermination requires a targeted approach that addresses the adults, the eggs and their hiding spots. Silverfish prefer dark, humid places, so we’ll check areas like basements, bathrooms, and attics. The Xpress pest controller provides a water-based insecticide and will provide you with some advice on prevention, such as, moisture control recommendations to reduce the humidity levels in your home, which silverfish need to survive. Xpress silverfish pest control is competitively priced and if you need us in an emergency, we aim to be with you between 30 and 90 minutes of your call, where possible. If you’ve spotted a silverfish don’t rely on a one-size-fits-all internet search for ‘silverfish pest control near me’, call the trusted professionals at Xpress Pest Control first.