Silverfish

Background

In addition to being just plain unsightly silverfish have an appetite for any items containing polysaccarides or cellulose. Glues, pastes and paper products are at risk.

Managing Silverfish

Our service technicians:

1. Are Approved Handlers.
2. Accredited by PMANZ (Pest Management Association Of New Zealand).
3. Hold or are working through NZ Certificate in Urban Pest Management.
4. All technicians operate within our Quality Management System ISO9001 and Health & Safety Management System 45001.

Prevention & Control:

1. Maintain low humidity
2. Fumigation and/or residual chemical application.
3. Wrap and seal in air tight containers important documents etc.

Consequences of Not Acting:

1. Damage to paintings, books & photographs…anything containing cellulose.

A Silverfish Problem – What Next?

1. Call 0800 55 22 55 to book a time for a technician to inspect and assess your premises or just fix the problem.
2. Draft a Treatment Plan depending on the level of infestation and the nature and location of your business and determine treatment price.
3. Explain and carry out the treatment and put control plan in place to prevent re-occurrence.