FAQs Contact Us About Us Service Areas

SWIFT PEST SOLUTIONS

Trusted Inspection, Proven Pest Control

Silverfish & Silverfish Pest Control

Silverfish are small, wingless insects commonly found in homes, particularly in dark and humid areas. While they do not bite or spread disease, their presence can be unsettling and they are known to damage paper, fabrics, and stored items.

Silverfish infestations often go unnoticed until damage becomes visible, making early professional control important.

Silverfish Pest Control

How to Identify a Silverfish Problem

  • Small, silvery insects seen moving quickly across floors or walls.
  • Activity most noticeable at night in bathrooms, kitchens, or laundries.
  • Yellow staining or damage to books, paper, or cardboard.
  • Irregular holes in clothing, curtains, or soft furnishings.

Silverfish are fast-moving and secretive, often hiding during the day and emerging at night.

Silverfish in Bathroom

Silverfish Behaviour & Habitat

  • Prefer damp, dark, and humid environments.
  • Commonly found in bathrooms, roof spaces, basements, and cupboards.
  • Feed on starches, sugars, glue, and paper-based materials.
  • Can survive long periods without food.
  • Most active at night and hide in cracks and crevices during the day.

Their ability to remain hidden allows populations to grow before they are noticed.

Silverfish Behaviour

Risks & Damage Caused by Silverfish

  • Damage to books, documents, and important paperwork.
  • Holes in clothing, linen, wallpaper, and curtains.
  • Contamination of stored goods and pantry items.
  • Ongoing nuisance and stress for occupants.

While silverfish are not dangerous, the damage they cause can be costly and frustrating if left untreated.

Silverfish Damage

Professional Silverfish Control by Swift Pest Solutions

Swift Pest Solutions provides effective silverfish pest control across Melbourne. Our targeted treatments eliminate active silverfish while addressing the conditions that allow them to thrive.

We focus on long-term results, reducing humidity, entry points, and harbourage areas to prevent reinfestation.

Silverfish Treatment

Silverfish Prevention Tips

  • Reduce humidity with ventilation or dehumidifiers.
  • Seal cracks, gaps, and crevices around walls and skirting.
  • Store paper items, books, and clothing in sealed containers.
  • Regularly clean bathrooms, cupboards, and storage areas.
  • Arrange professional pest control for lasting protection.

For reliable silverfish pest control in Melbourne, contact Swift Pest Solutions for expert treatment and prevention advice.

Silverfish Prevention