Silverfish are small, silvery insects that shy away from light and turn up in damp, quiet places. In Mount Gravatt homes they are often found in wardrobes, bookshelves, bathroom cupboards and boxes stored in the garage or under the house. You may notice small holes in paper, yellow marks on clothing or tiny shed skins before you see the insects themselves.
The crew we book looks for the places silverfish breed, which are usually warm, humid and undisturbed. A dust is often applied into the roof void and wall cavities, where silverfish can live in large numbers without being seen, and a spray may be used along skirting boards, inside cupboards and around bathrooms. Books, papers and clothing storage areas get particular attention. If silverfish are turning up in a single room only, tell us, as that often points to a leak or damp patch nearby that the crew can check.
- Silverfish in wardrobes and linen cupboards
- Damage to books, photos and paper records
- Activity in bathrooms and laundries
- Large numbers living in the roof void
- Stored boxes in garages and under the house
Humidity is the main driver in Brisbane, so running an exhaust fan in the bathroom, airing wardrobes on dry days and storing papers in sealed plastic tubs instead of cardboard all help. Older homes around the mountain with timber floors and roof spaces that trap heat tend to see more silverfish than newer brick units, so mention the age and style of the house when you call.
You get the price first, then a time that fits. Call 07 3543 7770 to book silverfish control in Mount Gravatt.
