Silverfish Control Service

Getting rid of silverfish involves targeting their habitat, eliminating food sources, and using traps or insecticides. Here's a step-by-step approach to effectively control and eliminate silverfish:

1. Remove Food Sources

• Dry Foods: Store dry foods like cereals, flour, and pet food in tightly sealed containers to prevent access by silverfish.
• Cleanliness: Keep kitchen surfaces clean and free of crumbs, and promptly clean up spills.

2. Reduce Humidity

• Ventilation: Improve ventilation in damp areas like basements, attics, and bathrooms to reduce humidity levels, as silverfish thrive in moist environments.
• Dehumidifiers: Use a dehumidifier to maintain lower humidity levels in problem areas.

3. Seal Entry Points

• Seal Cracks: Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, pipes, and utility lines with caulk or weather stripping to prevent silverfish from entering your home.

4. Use Traps

• DIY Traps: Create traps using glass jars lined with masking tape on the outside. Place a piece of bread or other starchy food inside to attract silverfish. They will climb up the tape but cannot escape the smooth glass interior.
• Commercial Traps: Use sticky traps designed specifically for silverfish. Place them in areas where silverfish are commonly seen.

5. Apply Insecticides

• Insecticidal Dusts: Apply insecticidal dusts containing boric acid or diatomaceous earth in cracks and crevices where silverfish hide. These substances are effective in killing silverfish but are safe for humans and pets if used correctly.
• Sprays: Use residual insecticide sprays labeled for silverfish control. Apply according to the manufacturer's instructions in areas where silverfish activity is observed.

6. Natural Remedies

• Diatomaceous Earth: Sprinkle food-grade diatomaceous earth in areas where silverfish are present. This substance works by dehydrating and killing insects upon contact.
• Essential Oils: Use essential oils such as lavender, cedarwood, or citrus oils as natural repellents. Mix a few drops with water and spray in infested areas.

7. Professional Help

• Pest Control Services: If silverfish infestations persist despite DIY efforts, consider consulting a professional pest control service. They can provide more powerful insecticides and expertise in eliminating silverfish.

Tired of using products and solutions that just don't do the job? Give us a call and let our silverfish exterminators help quickly eliminate any type of pest or rodent.