Silverfish is the name given to several species of Zygentoma that are small and silver in colour. These primitive wingless insects look like wriggling fish, which is where they get their name.
These irritating pests thrive in cold, damp conditions and are often found in bathrooms and kitchens. A small number of silverfish can be the result of poor ventilation or spillage, but their presence could be a sign of dampness or leaks, so it pays to be proactive when dealing with these insects.
While silverfish aren’t harmful to humans directly and don’t bite, they can spread germs and contaminate food stores. Because they are so small, they can easily get into unsealed dried food packets and make the contents inedible.
Also, silverfish survive best in damp areas, so a large number of these pests could signify that there is an issue in your home that requires resolving.
To help eliminate silverfish and prevent them from returning, Pest In Peace offers dedicated support to homeowners and business leaders through Cheshire.
Call 07980 597423 to find out more about our silverfish pest control services and how they can benefit you.
How To Identify A Silverfish Infestation
Because silverfish are nocturnal and incredibly small, they can be difficult to see. Unlike many other insect vermin, such as ants, fleas, flies or bed bugs, silverfish are solitary and are often seen alone, and their small size makes them easy to miss.
However, since they are attracted to dark, damp areas, silverfish can often be seen briefly flitting around in bathrooms or kitchens.
Other common signs of silverfish include:
- Silverfish Feces: Silverfish leave behind tiny droppings that look like small brown specks or peppercorns.
- Shed Skins: Like many other insects, silverfish shed their skins, and you may notice tiny scales around your home, indicating that silverfish have been in the area for a long time.
- Yellow Stains: When they shed their skins, silverfish leave behind a dusty, yellow substance, which is a sure sign of silverfish activity.
- Small Holes In Paper And Fabrics: While they usually eat dried foods and grains, silverfish will also eat natural fabrics and fibres, including common household items like wallpaper, book bindings, old papers and other debris, meaning that you might notice small holes in these items.
As soon as you see any signs of silverfish, you need to act fast to get rid of them. If you’re in Stockport, Wilmslow, Macclesfield or surrounding villages in Cheshire, contact us today to book your silverfish removal treatment.
Get Rid Of Silverfish For Good With Pest In Peace
When dealing with Silverfish infestations, it’s crucial to identify the cause of the cold and dampness through a thorough inspection before a treatment is carried out. Areas of high humidity, such as bathrooms and steamy kitchens, tend to be their favourite hiding places, and they will also search out areas to feed, such as stores of dried food.
Silverfish are very agile and can travel around your home through small holes, cracks and tiny crevices in your walls, which means they can be tough to spot without specialist equipment and training.
At Pest In Peace, we have thermal imaging tools and the required experience to know what to look for and where to look for it in order to bring a successful conclusion to a silverfish infestation.
Once we’ve identified their food sources and hiding places, we can begin our silverfish control treatment to ensure these irritating bugs are gone for good.
Our team can also recommend simple techniques you can use to prevent silverfish from returning, such as storing your food in airtight containers and using a dehumidifier to reduce damp in your home.
While DIY silverfish control products might seem like a cost-effective solution, these are often ineffective, especially if you can’t find where the adult silverfish are laying their eggs. Thankfully, Pest In Peace offers expert silverfish pest control that’s fast, effective and guaranteed to work.
For fast, effective removal of silverfish, silverfish eggs and any dead insects in your Cheshire property, call 07980 597423 to speak to a member of our team.