Silverfish are creepy little bugs that are commonly found in bathrooms across North America. Also known as carpet sharks, these insects feed on sweet and starchy foods like pastas, oats, and vegetables. They also enjoy the inanimate objects in your bathroom, such as carpet fibers and magazines. Though they are mostly harmless, silverfish can cause damage and scare away your guests. The following article lists what you can do to get rid of the silverfish in your bathroom. If you need help, reach out to use for silverfish removal in the GTA.
Reduce Humidity
Bathrooms often attract silverfish because they are humid. Clean out the fan in your bathroom and check if it is working properly to reduce moisture. Turn on the fan whenever you take a shower and leave it on for a few minutes afterward. Fix dripping or leaky faucets.
Get Rid of Carpets
Silverfish are strange little bugs that feed on carpet glue and other starchy, inanimate objects. If you have carpets or towels on the floor, get rid of them immediately. Switch to a bathmat that you can hang over the shower curtain rod or door when you are not using it. You should also get rid of the toilet seat cover if you have one. Clean the bathroom thoroughly and be minimalist.
Seal Cracks and Crevices
Silverfish tend to hide behind baseboards and other little crevices. Seal these shut with a silicone or translucent caulking to remove hiding spots and entry points. Open up the cupboards and seal any gaps you find around the plumbing. If you have a window, seal cracks in the window frame and check if the screen needs replacing.
Set Traps
Wrap a glass jar in scotch tape, then place a small piece of bread inside. The tape will be rough enough for silverfish to climb the exterior of the jar. Once inside, they will be unable to climb up the glass. Place one of these on the bathroom floor and empty it out in the garbage when you catch bugs. Take the garbage out immediately. You can also try catching silverfish with a wet, rolled up newspaper. Place this on the floor and wait a few days for silverfish to crawl in. Then, throw it out or burn it to get rid of the bugs.
Use Diatomaceous Earth
Diatomaceous earth is a fantastic pest control product available in most hardware stores. It is sharp at the microscopic level and cuts into any bugs that walk across it. Try sprinkling some diatomaceous earth along the edges of the floor to get rid of silverfish. Simply clean it up after a few days or weeks by vacuuming the floor.
Hire a Pest Remover
Professional pest removers use highly effective pesticides that get rid of silverfish and keep them from coming back. They have the tools to reach deep in the cracks and crevices of your bathroom and eliminate the bugs on the spot. They can also diagnose your issue and identify where the pests are coming from. Call The Exterminators today if you have been dealing with a silverfish problem. The members of our team are highly experienced in silverfish removal and would be happy to help.
