Silverfish make a home out of your home. These elusive pests inhabit urban areas and households. They are easily identifiable by their long teardrop-shaped body that is silver, and long “tails” at the end of their body. Although they are not dangerous, they are annoying house guests. Keep reading to learn how to get rid of silverfish.
Silverfish can be found in dark, damp places, but usually anywhere there is a food source. They can survive off of books, linens, and food crumbs. In other words, they can eat almost everything in your home, and will damage it all, too.
How to Get Rid of Silverfish
Since silverfish like damp areas, try dehumidifying your home. You can purchase a portable dehumidifier and use it around your house, especially in damp areas such as basements, garages, and attics.
Removing the food source is important. Although you cannot get rid of all of your books and clothing, try to keep them in a dry place and off of the floor. Also, clean your home often to remove any crumbs. Cleaning could also lead you to the nest of the silverfish and allow you to eliminate their eggs, so keep a tidy household! Wipe all surfaces, nooks, and crannies, and vacuum your floors and carpets.
If you have a serious silverfish problem, you may consider using an insecticide that you can purchase at your local hardware store. It is safe to use in your home in dark places, behind or underneath appliances.
You can also catch silverfish humanely with a glass jar trap. Wrap a jar with masking tape, sticky side facing the jar. Put some breadcrumbs inside the jar and place the jar in an area where you think you might have silverfish. The silverfish will climb into the jar and fall in. Since the inside of the jar is too smooth, the silverfish will be unable to climb out.
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