Silverfish are small, grey, carrot-shaped insects that move quickly and stay out of the light. They feed on paper, glue, starch, fabric and crumbs, so you might find them in bookshelves, wardrobes, storage boxes, bathroom cupboards and roof spaces. The damage often shows up as small holes or yellow marks on clothing, wallpaper or old papers. Older homes in Sunbury with timber floors and roof voids can give them plenty of places to live.
When you call, tell us where you have seen silverfish and whether anything has been damaged. We book a local crew and give you upfront pricing before the visit. The crew we book checks the damp, dark spots silverfish prefer, including the roof void where they often breed out of sight.
- Checks of wardrobes, linen presses, bookshelves and storage boxes
- Treatment of skirting boards, cupboards and cracks where silverfish shelter
- Roof void treatment where access allows
- Advice on damp, ventilation and storing papers and fabrics
- Upfront pricing before booking
Silverfish thrive in humid spots, so bathrooms without good airflow and laundries with leaking taps are common problem areas. The crew will point out where moisture is building up and what small changes can make your home less appealing to them. Storing papers and clothes in sealed tubs is a simple step many Sunbury households find helpful. Running the bathroom fan after showers and keeping boxes off the floor of the garage or shed also cuts down the damp, quiet spots silverfish look for.
To book silverfish control, call 03 7053 9827 with your address and where you have seen them, and we will arrange a local team at a time that suits you.