Pest Control Silverfish

Have you noticed bluish-silver coloured insect crawling in your kitchen or bathroom area? If yes, what you are seeing is a silverfish. These are nocturnal insects that thrive in dark and humid areas. Silverfish are usually seen in bathrooms, kitchens, cellars, lofts and utility rooms, etc. They hide during the day and come out during night time. They are attracted to fungi, mold and carbohydrates. While they are not dangerous to humans and do not cause any health hazards, silverfish are known to cause damage to books, papers, clothes, foods, etc. This is why pest control silverfish becomes an important task.

Why us?
Pest-Controller can help you in getting rid of silverfish from your home and office. Based in London, we have several effective and eco-friendly methods and products to eliminate silverfish. However, pest control silverfish is usually needed only when there is a large infestation of this insect. If there is only one or two silverfish in your house, you can easily get rid of them with some simple techniques.

Do-it-yourself techniques
There are several do-it-yourself products available on the market that you can use to remove silverfish. Silverfish are repellent to the smell of citrus and hence a citrus insecticide would be perfect to remove silverfish. However, remember that citrus scented cleaning spray would not serve the purpose. While carbohydrates attract silverfish, the strong scent of spices keeps them away. Apart from these, lavender oil, cedar shavings and even mothballs can do the trick of keeping silverfish from investing your home.

Our approach
Although the above given tips are effective, these would be of no use if there are too many silverfish. In this case, give us a call. Pest-Controller makes use of the best methods and techniques to eliminate silverfish. With our methods, you can not only get rid of the silverfish but prevent them from returning.

Prevention techniques
Even after the pest control for silverfish is done in your home or office, there are some things that you can do to prevent the re-entry of this insect. As silverfish is attracted by humidity, try to reduce the humidity in your home with the help of dehumidifiers and fans. Insects usually enter from cracks and crevices found on floors, walls and holes around pipes. Repair such cracks immediately. Store foods, especially starchy and sugary foods, in air-tight containers. Keep your home clean by vacuuming the entire place at least once a week. Pest-Controller is your trusted partner when it comes to pest control silverfish. Our services are safe, effective and cost effective too.