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Silverfish Extermination

You open an old book and a small silvery insect darts away. You find tiny holes in your family photos, your wallpaper, your cardboard boxes.

The silverfish is discreet, nocturnal and patient. It can live up to 8 years and survive months without food. It feeds on starch, glue, paper, textiles and cellulose. Your books, photos, important documents and clothing are all at risk.

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A discreet pest that causes real damage

Silverfish don't bite, don't transmit diseases and don't cause structural damage. But they destroy what you value: libraries, archives, family photos, stored clothing, wallpaper. And since they're nocturnal, you can have a large population without ever seeing one — until the damage becomes visible.

Species and behaviour

  • Conditions that attract them Silverfish thrive in humidity (75%+ relative humidity) and warmth. Typical locations: bathrooms, basements, kitchens, poorly ventilated attics, damp closets. If your home has a moisture problem, silverfish are telling you.
Silverfish in storage

Our approach

  1. Inspection

    Identifying concentration areas and assessing humidity levels.

  2. Targeted treatment

    Residual products in cracks, baseboards, door frames and storage areas. Application in their daytime hiding spots.

  3. Moisture management

    Recommendations to reduce humidity: dehumidifier, ventilation, leak repair. This is often the key to long-term control.

  4. Prevention

    Storage advice to protect your documents and textiles. Crack sealing.

Frequently asked questions

  • Are silverfish dangerous?

    No. They don't bite, don't sting and don't transmit diseases. The damage is material: books, papers, photos, textiles, wallpaper, adhesives.

  • Why do I have them in my bathroom?

    Humidity. Silverfish need a moist environment to survive. The bathroom and basement are their preferred habitats. Reducing humidity is the most effective preventive measure.

  • Do store-bought products work?

    Sticky traps catch individuals but don't control the population. A professional treatment with residual products in daytime hiding spots is far more effective.

  • How long to get rid of them?

    Silverfish reproduce slowly (unlike cockroaches or flies). Professional treatment plus moisture management delivers results in 2–4 weeks. Humidity control ensures lasting results.

Service areas

Business hours

  • Monday [8 a.m. - 5 p.m.]
  • Tuesday [8 a.m. - 5 p.m.]
  • Wednesday [8 a.m. - 5 p.m.]
  • Thursday [8 a.m. - 5 p.m.]
  • Friday [8 a.m. - 5 p.m.]
  • Saturday [10 a.m. - 4 p.m.]
  • Sunday [10 a.m. - 4 p.m.]

Your books and photos deserve better. Get them treated.

Free estimate. Targeted treatment. Prevention advice.

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