Silverfish in Phoenix, AZ
Lepisma saccharinum
Silverfish damage books, wallpaper, and stored fabrics. Learn what draws them in and how we treat for them.
Notes: From a Phoenix, AZ Exterminator
Appearance
Silverfish are wingless, silvery-gray, and carrot-shaped, about half an inch to an inch long, with three long bristle-like tails and a fast, fish-like wiggling movement.
Harborage
They favor high-humidity areas — bathrooms, closets, garages, and storage boxes — feeding on paper, glue, wallpaper, and fabric.
Are They Dangerous?
They don't bite or spread disease, but they damage books, photos, wallpaper, and clothing stored in humid areas, and heavy infestations can trigger allergies.
Treatment
Controlling humidity paired with targeted treatment is key. Antidote Pest Solutions identifies moisture sources and applies treatment to eliminate silverfish and prevent damage to your belongings. Talk to one of Antidote Pest's Service Pro's today.
Prevention Tips
Reduce humidity in bathrooms, basements, and closets with fans or a dehumidifier
Fix leaky pipes and roof leaks; Store books, papers, and cardboard boxes off the floor or in sealed bins
Seal cracks around baseboards, pipes, and window frames
Vacuum regularly, especially in dark, undisturbed corners
Behavioral Notes
Silverfish can live over two years and go months without eating, thanks to a very slow metabolism suited to their preferred cool, damp hiding spots.
They're one of the few insects that can digest cellulose directly, letting them feed on book bindings, wallpaper paste, and cardboard — sources most household pests can't use as food.
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