Habitat Pest Control Talks about Silverfish Infestation

Habitat Pest Control: All about Silverfish Infestation

San Jose, United States - July 22, 2022 /Habitat Pest Control/

How to Get Rid of Silverfish in Homes?

Silverfish are swift, nocturnal insects that are often found lounging in high-humidity areas such as bathrooms, garages, and cabinets. Mostly not harmful, these pests are still a nuisance in some ways. Habitat Pest Control, a pest control company in San Jose California, discusses all about silverfish in the article below.

 

What are silverfish?

Wingless, silver grayish insects, silverfish are tiny in size barely one-half of an inch with flat bodies. They are unlikely to spread any diseases but can contaminate food, ruin paper products, and stain clothing. 

 

What attracts silverfish?

1. Moisture

Silverfish love moisture. And they find the perfect environment in bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, garages, and cabinets.

 

2. Warm, dark places

Silverfish are shy creatures and will be found scurrying around at night. They prefer dark hiding places such as attics and closets with temperatures between 70–90 degrees.

 

3. Carbohydrates and protein

These pests feed on sugar and starch present in paper products such as books and photographs. They are also attracted to the kitchen staples like flour and rolled oats. Protein such as dried beef and dead insects are also a part of their diet. This is how they contaminate food and spread pathogens. They can even be found feeding on soap, dust, glue, and clothing.

 

Silverfish Pest Control

1. Control Moisture

Leaky pipes and faucets offer an ideal environment for silverfish infestation. Mend them at the earliest. A dehumidifier or a ventilation fan are clever ways to control the humidity in damp areas. Additionally, prevent water pooling in gutters and downspouts to control the moisture levels. Grading the yard is another way to prevent water pooling around the foundation. 

 

2. Store Food Properly

All the foods such as flour, pasta, pet food, rolled oats as well as proteins must be stored properly to prevent contamination by silverfish. Airtight plastic containers can successfully prevent any silverfish intrusion. 

 

3. Close Openings

Cracks and openings must be sealed immediately to prevent silverfish from slithering inside. All the vulnerable points such as crevices under and behind baseboards, windows and door trims, and walls and floors where pipes pass must be inspected for any openings.

4. Vacuum Regularly

Carpets, floors, and upholstered furniture are the ideal hiding spots for silverfish. Vacuuming regularly can destroy nests and eliminate the hidden eggs of these pests. Emptying the vacuum bag outside is advised.

 

Although uncommon, silverfish can be a nuisance and damage food and documents in a home. Calling a professional such as Habitat pest Control is the best way to eliminate this pest and prevent its recurrence.

Why Habitat Pest Control?

Habitat Pest Control is one of the leading local pest control companies in the Bay Area. With its integrated use of non-chemical and natural pest control solutions for home and business owners, Habitat Pest Control eliminates pests while protecting the health and environment of the inhabitants. Here are some of its services:

 

• Residential pest control to eliminate pests of all kinds in homes 
• Commercial pest control that is customized for restaurants and offices 
• Integrated pest management that offers long-term prevention of pests with an ecosystem-based strategy

 

For eco-friendly, safe, and effective pest control methods with written guaranteed results in San Jose, California, contact Habitat Pest Control at (408) 922-9898 or email info@habitatpest.com.