silverfish control
NEWCASTLE & SURROUNDING AREAS
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Alto Pro Pest Control is one of Newcastle's most trusted companies providing effective silverfish removal services at an affordable cost.
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Silverfish can thrive in almost any climate, making it a common infestation issue in many Newcastle homes. They can cause serious damage to items in your home, such as paper, clothing, books, food items, carpet etc. They can cause allergic reactions and illness in humans. Once they set up colony, they can be very difficult to treat.
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If you have an infestation already present in your home or business, it is always best to call in an expert! Our fully licensed and experienced technicians can faciliate silverfish removal treatments for your residential and commerical premises, quickly and effectively. Using specialty equipment and environmentally safe products, our technicians can eliminate silverfish at all stages of their life cycle.
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silverfish facts
Their diet consists of complex sugars, including paper, clothing, books, food items, carpet and glue. They also consume other animal and plant materials like leather and cotton.
Adults can live up to 8 years and grow bigger in size while laying eggs multiple times as time passes.
They are nocturnal creatures and like dark, moist and secluded areas, making it harder to spot them during an inspection.
signs of a silverfish infestation
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​Spotting live silverfish
While seeing one or two silverfish may not bother you, it's important to keep a close eye on them. A silverfish infestation can quickly get out of hand. If you spot one, it means there are plenty more hidden away. You must take action quickly.
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Shed skin
Silverfish shed their skin, which is a good indication of an infestation. Their greyish, brittle skin can will often be found in kitchens, garages and basements (or anywhere dark), in similar areas to their dropping.
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Droppings
Where there is an infestation, there are droppings. These droppings are fairly identifiable, being unique in their small, black peppercorn shape. Often found in dark and secluded areas, such as kitchen, basement, garage or storage areas.
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Damage to items:
Silverfish feed on starchy items such as paper, clothing, books, food items, carpet, wallpaper etc. If you see holes or bite marks in items around your home, especially items in dark places, this is a good sign you have an infestation.
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WAYS TO PREVENT SILVERFISH
To prevent silverfish infestations around your home or buisness, ensure that you reguarly clean and declutter your premises. Silverfish feed on dust and debris, so regularly vaccuming your carpet, clearing away items such as magazines and papers, and dusting can make all the difference to eradicating and preventing a silverfish infestation. Ensure dried foods like pasta, sugar and cereal are also stored in airtight containers.
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As silverfish are attracted to dark, secluded and moist areas, fixing damp problems can help prevent silverfish from returning long-term. That means sealing any leaking pipes, increasing ventilation (exhaust fans in bathroom), installing dehumidifiers and regularly opening windows.
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While these conservative methods may provide a temporary solution to silverfish infestations, sometimes you will need a professional to get the job done. The team at Alto Pro can locate entry points, remove the source of their attraction and destory their nesting place.
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Contact the friendly team at Alto Pro Pest Control today for a free quote and get one step closer to a pest-free home today.
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why choose alto pro for silverfish control?
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