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Silverfish Control Melbourne | Cupboards and Roof Voids
Silverfish in cupboards or books? We provide silverfish control Melbourne wide, same day where we can, inside rooms and roof void. Call 0401 042 325 for a free quote.
- Licensed techniciansEvery job done by a licensed pest technician
- Written quote firstThe price in writing before any work starts
- Same day serviceCall before midday, treated the same day
- Kids and pets planClear safety steps before we treat
Silverfish treatment from $129 inc GST, whole home from $169.
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Silverfish pest control prices in Melbourne
Starting prices for a standard home. The final price depends on the size of the house, how many rooms are affected and how easy the roof void is to reach. You get a clear written quote before any work starts.
- Targeted treatmentOne problem area, such as a wardrobe, linen cupboard or bathroom.from$129inc GST
- Full property treatmentMost bookedRooms inside plus roof void dusting, where silverfish breed.from$169inc GST
- Large or heavily infestedLarge homes, heavy numbers or several storeys.from$229inc GST
What is silverfish control?
Silverfish control is treating the dark, damp places where silverfish hide and breed, such as the roof void, wall cavities, wardrobes and linen cupboards, so they stop eating paper, clothes and stored goods in your home.
Our silverfish control Melbourne service treats both halves of the problem. Inside, a licensed technician treats wardrobes, linen cupboards, bookshelves, skirting and the gaps where silverfish rest during the day. Up top, we dust the roof void, where silverfish live in the insulation and come down through light fittings and cornices. Then we show you what to change so the damp that draws them in is gone.
- One areaFrom $129 inc GST.
- Whole home and roof voidFrom $169 inc GST.
- Large or heavyFrom $229 inc GST.
- WhenSame day across Melbourne where we can.
Signs of silverfish in house and home
Silverfish are fast, shy and active at night, so most people notice the damage before they see the insects. These are the signs our technicians look for.
Silver insects that wriggle
Silver grey insects 10 to 20 mm long, carrot shaped, with three bristles at the tail, moving like a fish.
Holes in paper and books
Ragged holes and scraped patches on book covers, old letters, photos, boxes and wallpaper.
Damage to fabric
Small holes or thin patches in cotton, linen, silk and rayon, often in clothes stored for a long time.
Yellow marks and specks
Yellow stains, tiny black pepper like droppings and shed silver scales on shelves.
Silverfish in bathroom and laundry
Silverfish in the bath, the sink or behind the laundry tub, where it stays damp.
Coming from the ceiling
Silverfish dropping from light fittings, cornices or the manhole, a sign they live in the roof void.
How to tell silverfish from similar pests
A few small household pests cause similar damage. The treatment is different for each, so it helps to know which one you have.
| Pest | What it looks like | What it damages | What to book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverfish | Silver grey, carrot shaped, three tail bristles, fast | Paper, book bindings, wallpaper, cotton, linen, starchy food | Silverfish control |
| Carpet beetle larvae | Small, brown and hairy, slow moving | Wool carpets, rugs, wool clothes, felt and feathers | Carpet beetle treatment |
| Clothes moth larvae | Small white grubs in silk tubes, small gold moths | Wool, cashmere and silk clothes in wardrobes | Moth control |
| Booklice | Tiny, pale, under 2 mm, slow | Mould on damp books and paper, not the paper itself | Fix the damp, then silverfish control if both are present |
| Cockroach nymphs | Brown, flat, six legs, long feelers | Food, packaging, and they leave droppings | Cockroach control |
Silverfish extermination that reaches the roof void
A silverfish can live for several years, and the adults keep laying eggs in cracks and insulation. Spraying the one you see in the bathroom does not touch the rest. This is how a full silverfish removal job runs.
Find where they live
We check wardrobes, linen cupboards, bookshelves, the bathroom, laundry and the roof void for silverfish and damage.
Roof void dusting
Fine insecticide dust is blown through the roof void and insulation, where large numbers breed out of sight.
Crack and crevice treatment
Skirting, cupboard joins, shelf edges, wardrobes and the gaps around pipes are treated by hand.
Wall voids and subfloor
Wall cavities and the subfloor are dusted where silverfish move between rooms.
Time to work
Silverfish come out of hiding, cross the treated areas and die over the next two to three weeks.
Damp advice
We point out leaks, poor airflow and stored paper that keep a silverfish infestation going.
Silverfish treatment around children and pets
Inside, the treatment goes into cracks, joins and cupboard edges, not on floors, beds or toys. The roof void dust stays in the roof. We talk you through each step before we start.
Call 0401 042 325- Children and pets stay out of treated rooms until the spray has dried, usually two to four hours
- Clothes, linen and books are moved out of the cupboards we treat, then put back once dry
- Fish tanks are covered and the pump switched off during the visit
- Keep the manhole closed after the roof void is dusted
- Wash any clothes that were stored with heavy silverfish damage
How to stop silverfish coming back
Silverfish need damp air and starchy food. Take those away and a home becomes a poor place for them to live. These steps work well after a professional silverfish pest control treatment.
| What to do | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Run the bathroom and laundry fans | Silverfish need humid air. Dry rooms are where they struggle |
| Fix leaking taps, pipes and roof tiles | Leaks keep wall voids and the roof space damp |
| Store papers and photos in sealed plastic tubs | Cardboard boxes are both food and shelter for silverfish |
| Vacuum shelves, skirting and wardrobe floors | Removes eggs, scales and the dust and crumbs they eat |
| Keep stored clothes clean and dry | Food, sweat and starch on fabric draw silverfish in |
| Use traps to check numbers | Trapping silverfish shows if they are back, but will not clear a big population |
Silverfish removal by licensed technicians
Finding silverfish in home wardrobes and bookshelves is not dangerous, but the damage to books, photos and clothes can be hard to replace. This is what you get when you book with us.
Licensed technicians
Every job is done by a licensed pest technician.
Written price first
You get a clear written quote before any work starts.
Same day where we can
Call before midday and we can often treat the same day, 7 days a week.
Melbourne wide
Homes, units and townhouses in every Melbourne suburb.
Family and pet aware
Treatment planned around children, pets and the rooms you use.
Linked pests covered
We also treat carpet beetles, moths and cockroaches if we find them on the same visit.
Silverfish control questions, answered
What Melbourne home owners ask us before booking silverfish pest control.
How much does silverfish control cost in Melbourne?
Silverfish control in Melbourne starts from $129 inc GST for one area such as a wardrobe or bathroom, from $169 for the rooms inside plus roof void dusting, and from $229 for large homes, heavy numbers or several storeys. You get a clear written quote before work starts.
What causes silverfish in house areas?
Damp air and food. Silverfish thrive where humidity is high, such as bathrooms, laundries and roof voids, and feed on paper, glue, starch, cotton, dust and crumbs. Older homes with roof leaks or poor airflow often have the most.
Are silverfish harmful to people?
No. Silverfish do not bite, sting or spread disease. The problem is the damage they do to books, photos, wallpaper, clothes and stored goods, and the fact that numbers build up quietly over years.
Why do I find silverfish in bathroom sinks and baths?
They come out at night looking for moisture, fall into the bath or sink and cannot climb the smooth sides. It usually means they live in the wall, under the floor or in the roof above.
Does trapping silverfish get rid of them?
Traps catch a few and are good for checking whether they are still around. They will not clear a silverfish infestation, because most silverfish stay hidden in the roof void and wall cavities.
Why do you treat the roof void?
Silverfish live in large numbers in roof insulation, where it is dark and undisturbed, and come down through light fittings and cornices. Treating only the rooms leaves the source untouched.
How long does silverfish removal take to work?
Most homes see far fewer silverfish within two weeks. Because they hide for long periods, it can take three to four weeks for the last ones to cross a treated area.
Do I need to empty my cupboards?
For the cupboards that are being treated, yes. Take out clothes, linen, books and boxes so we can reach the shelves and joins. Put them back once the treatment is dry.
Silverfish control in four steps
Most silverfish jobs are booked in one call and done the same or next day.
Tell us what you see
Use the form or call. Which rooms, what is damaged, and is there access to the roof void?
Get your price
We send a clear written quote, often with a same day time.
We treat the home
A licensed technician treats cupboards, rooms and the roof void.
Aftercare
We explain what to expect and how to keep the damp down so they stay away.
Silverfish control across Melbourne
We treat silverfish in every Melbourne suburb. Tap your suburb to start a silverfish control quote.
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Treatments from $129 inc GST. Licensed technicians and a clear written quote before we start.