Silverfish are common pest insects that most people have heard of but not seen. Unfortunately, if you do spot silverfish, then it can be a sign that your property has major issues.
These insect pests live in damp areas, which is why they’re often spotted in bathrooms and kitchens. That being said, you can find them in any room in your home, and this could be a sign that moisture is entering your home through the walls.
These small, wingless critters can grow to 12mm and can live for between 3 and 4 years. During that time, silverfish eat a lot, usually grains, sugars, fibres and fabric.
Once they’re in your property and find reliable food sources, these pests won’t leave on their own, so you need professional pest control.
At Vermicure, we specialise in silverfish removal for homes and businesses throughout Wakefield, Leeds, Harrogate, Doncaster, Weatherby and the surrounding area.
As silverfish are so small, they can be hard to remove by yourself, but we have experience and access to professional-grade insecticides only available to RSPH level 2 certified pest controllers like us.
Call 07951 157254 to book your silverfish treatment today.
Our Silverfish Removal Process
Investigation
When you contact Vermicure, a member of our team will discuss your silverfish infestation and the treatment options available.
Treatment
Our team will visit your property to carry out our silverfish treatment and ensure that all silverfish are removed.
Reporting
Once we’ve removed the silverfish infestation, we’ll provide a report detailing the treatment we’ve carried out and tips for ensuring the insects don’t return.
Signs Of A Silverfish Infestation To Watch Out For
Being around the length of two grains of rice, silverfish are incredibly small insects. As such, they can be difficult to see, unlike larger insect pests such as ants, carpet moths and wasps.
Found indoors, silverfish can creep into tiny crevices and small holes in your walls or furniture, making them difficult to spot unless they venture out into the open. Being nocturnal, you’re more likely to see silverfish at night or in the early evening. Some common signs of silverfish activity in your home that you should watch out for include:
- Shed Skins: Adult silverfish shed their skins throughout their life cycle, so you might see small silver skins or tiny scales in your home.
- Yellow Stains: Silverfish have corrosive enzymes in their stomachs that they use to digest certain foods, and this can lead to yellow stains, which are commonly found on book pages or clothing.
- Holes In Books And Other Materials: If you notice holes in books, fabrics, or dried food packaging, then this could indicate that you have a silverfish problem.
- Droppings: Silverfish waste is small and looks like peppercorns. It is usually found on the floor around the skirting board.
If you do see silverfish, you’ll probably just spot a small flash of silver darting across the floor. Silverfish are fast and tiny, so make sure you look out for these other signs. To deal with silverfish or any other pest problem, contact us, and our team will be happy to help.
How To Prevent Silverfish
Silverfish are less harmful to humans than other vermin, such as fleas or bed bugs, since they don’t usually bite humans. However, they can still cause distress, especially in business properties or homes with young children.
More importantly, the presence of silverfish is a sign that your home has damp in it, which could cause major structural issues. As such, preventing silverfish is surprisingly easy: focus on keeping your property dry and removing damp and mould as soon as possible.
Cutting off their food sources is another smart move to reduce the chances of silverfish invading your space. Silverfish will eat a variety of materials, but they love unsealed dried food packets and pet food containers that aren’t kept closed properly. Consider using airtight containers for all your dried foods to reduce the chances of a silverfish infestation.
Silverfish also love paper products, so if you have lots of magazines or books, try to keep them stored in a dry space and don’t accumulate too much. Where possible, try not to hoard items such as newspapers and magazines, as piles of these papers can easily become food for silverfish and are easy for them to hide in.
By following these tips, you can reduce your chances of a silverfish problem. However, these hardy pests can sometimes enter your property even though you’ve done your best to keep them out. In some cases, you might have purchased or moved into a space that already has silverfish. If this is the case, then you need Vermicure’s help to get rid of silverfish quickly and effectively.
Expert Silverfish Exterminator In Wakefield And Leeds With Vermicure
If you need silverfish control to deal with your pest infestation, Vermicure is here for you.
Our team has the expertise needed to eliminate silverfish infestations of any size, meaning you can quickly return to a pest-free environment.
We support homes and businesses throughout Wakefield, Leeds and West Yorkshire, offering a discreet but effective service that will get rid of silverfish without alerting others to their presence in your property.
Because we’re a local team, we take great pride in our work and aim to offer a top-quality service to everyone.
That means you can count on us to control silverfish effectively for you and provide ongoing support if needed.
Our friendly team are ready and waiting to provide any help you might need.
Call 07951 157254 to book your silverfish control visit.
