Silverfish are metallic-colored insects that are usually around an inch in length. Their body is oval-shaped and they have six legs and a tail with a bristle on the end of it. There are six different silverfish species but for the most part, they all possess the same characteristics. Silverfish are known as nuisance pests and are not known for spreading any diseases or viruses. They also will not bite, sting or inflict harm.
The team at Summit Pest Control are your local Silverfish Control experts. If you have a silverfish infestation at your home in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton, or Newport News, give us a call today at 757-901-4455 for a free estimate from one of our local pest control technicians.
Silverfish are known for causing minor property damage. They will chew on materials and objects made of starches and sugars. They especially like books and the glue used in them. Household items they will damage include linens, silk, wallpaper and other paper products. Some signs of silverfish damage are seeing yellow stains and markings, their shed scales and feces. You will usually also be able to see where they have fed on materials and see notches or large holes.
If you have silverfish in your home, causing damage, there might be things you can do to prevent them from getting into your home. Silverfish are drawn to warm, moist environments that offer them safety and a consistent food source. It is important to keep doors and windows closed and seal up cracks in crevices in the home where silverfish and other pests might be able to enter. Additionally if you have any leaky pipes or flooding in the home, it is important to get that addressed. Food needs to be sealed and put away and regular cleaning can also help with silverfish prevention.
Although there might be techniques and solutions for silverfish control on the market, nothing beats hiring a professional pest control company to handle the job. Not only is it the safer option for you and members of your household, but in the long run it is properly the more cost effective option too. One of our pest specialists will determine which treatment option is right for your home, whether it is trapping with baits, or the use of chemical repellents or pesticides.
The cost for silverfish treatment and pest control in the Hampton Roads area varies based on several different factors. Our skilled pest control technicians will tailor a plan specifically for your unique situation. Schedule a free estimate with Summit Pest Control and our technician will give you an estimate for services after completing an inspection of your property and better understanding the situation that needs to be treated.
For all of your pest control needs including concerns with silverfish, contact Summit Pest Control at 757-901-4455 to schedule a free estimate. Silverfish can cause costly and unsightly damage to items in your home.
Silverfish are insects covered under our general pest control treatment plan. In addition to silverfish, the general pest plan covers ants, crickets, centipedes, earwigs, millipedes and spiders. Other pests such as rodents, ticks, fleas, termites and carpenter bees carry additional fees and charges for treatments.