Silverfish Control Boston, MA
Silverfish Control Boston, MA
Do you need silverfish control Boston, MA? Silverfish aren’t actually fish, they are in fact insects. Silverfish are a metallic silver color (hence the name), with an ovalish body, six legs and a tail at the end that resembles a bristle.
Silverfish are wingless and can’t fly, so they wiggle around like a fish, which is where they get their name. They are typically less than an inch long. Silverfish are especially common in urban areas, so call us today if you need silverfish control Boston, MA
Silverfish Prevention | Silverfish Prevention Near Me
Silverfish are attracted to dirty homes as well as humid conditions. Keeping your home clean is the best way to keep silverfish out. Installing a dehumidifier, especially in your basement, also is effective at silverfish prevention. Sealing out cracks in the home, proper dusting and vacuuming, and sealing all food containers will also prevent silverfish from invading. Get leaky pipes repaired and all potential and current water damage assessed and repaired. The best preventative step you can take is calling Wildlife Removal and Pest Control Boston for general pest control treatments.
Silverfish Extermination | Silverfish Extermination Near Me
Some methods of silverfish control include pesticides, glue traps, baited traps, and chemical repellent. However, your best option for getting rid of silverfish is calling the licensed experts at Wildlife Removal or Pest Control Boston. Pest control companies are specifically trained to deal with pests like silverfish, and we have access to chemicals that the average person is unable to get in a normal store. These professional-grade chemicals are much stronger and better at taking down the nuisance pests bothering you. Our licensed pest control technicians will work with you to come up with a plan to suit your situation, typically including silverfish traps or silverfish sprays.
Silverfish Treatment Cost | Silverfish Treatment Cost Near Me
Silverfish treatment cost in the Boston, MA area is variable based on the intensity of your problem. The inspection conducted by our licensed technicians will usually be enough to provide you with an estimate.
Silverfish treatments also work for other types of insect pests, including:
Silverfish Damage
Silverfish are known for causing household property damage. They will chew on anything with sugar or starch, which is what primarily comprises their diet. They love paper products and fabrics, think books, wallpaper, linens, and silk. They’ll eat the glue in book bindings and shampoo. Silverfish can actually go weeks without food, but they don’t prefer it, and want to live near abundant food sources. Silverfish can damage your personal property, but they don’t typically spread diseases or pose any actual danger of harm. Pests that are destructive but not directly harmful, aka don’t bite or sting are called nuisance pests.
Contact Wildlife Removal and Pest Control Boston For Silverfish Control Boston MA
If you need a silverfish treatment for your silverfish problem in the Boston, MA area call Wildlife Removal and Pest Control Boston at 617-286-3399 for a FREE estimate or fill out a contact form.