Silverfish are small, silvery, quick-moving insects that shelter in dark, damp places and come out at night to feed. They eat starch, glue, paper and fabric, which is why people often first notice them after finding holes in old books, photos, wallpaper or stored clothes. In South Brisbane, humid summers and older homes with poor airflow give silverfish ideal conditions. They are harmless to people but can cause steady damage to things you want to keep.
When you call, we ask where you have seen silverfish and whether you have noticed any damage. The crew we book treats the cracks, cavities and storage spots where they hide, and often includes the roof space, since silverfish can live in ceiling insulation and drop down through light fittings and cornices. A silverfish visit usually covers:
- Wardrobes, linen cupboards and drawers
- Bookshelves and stored paperwork
- Bathrooms, laundries and under sinks
- Roof cavities and ceiling insulation
- Skirting boards, cornices and wall gaps
Reducing moisture is the most useful thing you can do between visits. Run exhaust fans after showers, repair leaking taps and pipes, and open windows on dry days to let air move through. Store books, papers and seasonal clothes in sealed plastic tubs rather than cardboard boxes. Vacuuming inside wardrobes and along skirting boards removes eggs and crumbs. In South Brisbane apartments with little natural airflow, a small dehumidifier in the wardrobe can also help.
Silverfish breed slowly, so it can take a few weeks before you stop seeing them altogether. You get a price before the visit begins, and the crew will explain how long the treatment takes to show results. To book silverfish control, call 07 3543 7772 and we will arrange a nearby crew.
