Are you worried about silverfish in your home? If you’ve been searching for a Queen Creek pest control company that genuinely cares about its customers, your search has finally reached its end. Our Pro Active Pest Control team will stop at nothing to ensure that you and your family can live in a silverfish-free environment.

Read on to learn more about silverfish pests and what we can do to help.

What Do Silverfish Look Like?

Silverfish have a fish-like shape, are mainly active at night, and are usually silver in appearance. Sometimes, however, they can be white, brown-gray, or bluish in color. They are also known as “bristletails” due to their three long, bristle-like appendages found on the rear end of their small body. These insects have six legs, are about ¾ of an inch in length, and are elongated in shape. Their body resembles the form of a teardrop.

Silverfish can survive for long periods of time without food or water, and are known to reproduce quickly. These pests are commonly found in moist, humid areas in the home and often found hiding in cardboard boxes. They are also very attracted to paper and damp clothing. Some of the most popular rooms to find silverfish include bathrooms, basements, kitchens, sheds, and attics. They are also swift when it comes to evading humans.

How Dangerous Are Silverfish?

These common pests do not pose any dangers or health hazards to humans, but silverfish droppings can destroy paper, ruin food, and cause other damage. They are mainly just a pesky nuisance. Silverfish do not bite or sting, nor do they carry pathogens. They are not venomous, and are not poisonous if accidentally ingested.

Silverfish like to feed on different starchy materials, as well as any materials that are typically high in protein. The biggest problems that silverfish can cause are towards household goods and memorabilia, not humans or pets. Silverfish are known to cause damage to books, cardboard, paper, stored food, and damp clothing.

How Can I Prevent Silverfish In My Home?

Not sure if you have a silverfish infestation? See if you can find any silverfish bite marks. These feeding marks may show up as holes, notches along edges, or etchings across a surface. You may also find yellow stains or feces on infested materials.

The good news is that there are measures you can take upon yourself to try to prevent silverfish from entering your home. Some steps include:
Remove moisture from damp spaces with a humidifier.
Ensure that all food is stored in sturdy, airtight containers.
Vacuum and dust your home regularly.
Seal up any cracks, gaps, or holes that silverfish and other pests can use to enter your home.

While contacting a professional for pest control services is best, these tips could help prevent any additional silverfish from infesting your home.