Silverfish are small, silvery, darting insects that like dark, humid spots. In North Lakes they turn up in wardrobes, linen cupboards, bookshelves, storage boxes and roof spaces, and they feed on paper, glue, fabric and starchy foods. You may notice small holes in clothes, yellow marks on paper or tiny scales left behind in drawers.
Silverfish are also food for spiders, so they are often part of the same problem. When you book silverfish treatment, the crew we book will look at where they are hiding and treat the wardrobes, cupboards, skirting boards and wall gaps where they shelter. A dust treatment in the roof void is common, as silverfish often breed up there and move down into the house through cornices and light fittings. Older homes with timber floors and homes with damp laundries or bathrooms tend to see the most silverfish, so the crew will pay close attention to those rooms. They can also check the garage and any storage cupboards where boxes have been sitting for a while.
- Treatment of wardrobes, linen cupboards and bookshelves
- Attention to skirting boards and wall gaps
- Roof void dusting where silverfish are breeding
- Garage and storage area treatment on request
- Advice on humidity, storage and airflow
Before the visit, clear the bottom of wardrobes and cupboards so the crew can reach the corners. Store old papers, photos and clothes in sealed plastic tubs rather than cardboard. Running exhaust fans, opening windows on dry days and fixing leaks all help, as silverfish struggle in drier air.
If silverfish are getting into clothes, books or stored items at your home in North Lakes, call 07 3543 7770. We will give you upfront pricing and book a local team, either on its own or together with a spider treatment.
