What are silverfish? They are a type of wingless insect that invades many homes. Specifically, silverfish in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and the Eastern Shore of Maryland are very common. While not dangerous to humans, they can cause damage to your belongings.
Here’s what a silverfish looks like:
Silverfish are most active when the sun goes down. You might only notice them when you flip on the bathroom light in the middle of the night, or when they move near heat sources in the evening.
In the wild, silverfish live in warm, damp places. That’s why in our homes, silverfish find similar breeding grounds, staying in or near:
Silverfish eat materials that have starches or glues in them. This includes:
They can eat your books, pictures, tapestries, clothing, and much more. They’re a special problem if they get into a storage area. They show up a lot in new buildings, which have a lot of fresh glue and new lumber (which brings extra humidity).
You can start to control silverfish by implementing some simple home proofing. Try these tactics:
What are silverfish? An insect that Viking Pest Control can completely eliminate for your home! If you want to get rid of silverfish quickly, contact Viking Pest Control.
Call Viking at 800-618-2847 to learn more about silverfish pest control and extermination services, or get a fast, free quote online today!