Meet the Silverfish
Slender, wingless insects about ½ – ¾ inch long
Silvery-gray scales and fish-like darting movements
Three bristle-tipped tail appendages and two long antennae
Nocturnal scavengers feeding on starches in paper, glue, fabrics
Distribution & Habitat
Ubiquitous in Florida’s warm, humid homes year-round
Thrive in dark, damp spots: bathrooms, kitchens, attics, and crawl spaces
Common hiding places:
Behind baseboards and inside wall voids
In cardboard boxes, book stacks, and cluttered closets
Under sinks and around leaky pipes
Immature Stages & Targeted Treatments
Eggs
Tiny, white, oval-shaped clusters tucked in cracks and crevices
Hatch in 2–8 weeks under humid conditions
Nymphs
Small replicas of adults, molting up to 50 times before maturity
Seek out paper, fabric, and glue—our baits exploit this feeding behavior
Adults
Live up to 3 years, continually shedding scales and searching for food
Vanish by day and emerge at night—our residual treatments intercept them
at rest
Pestherapy Inc.’s technicians place IGR (insect growth regulator) in known
egg-laying sites, and precision bait along nymph trails and adult harborages.
Tailored Lifecycle Disruption
Egg Suppression
Seal oviposition cracks with IGR-infused dust
Nymph Elimination
Deploy slow-release bait stations along bookcases and closets
Adult Knockdown
Apply targeted residual spray on baseboards, behind appliances, and
under furniture
Habitat Modification
Recommend dehumidifier installation and pipe-leak repairs
Protecting Your Home’s Belongings
Books & Documents:
Post-treatment surface wipe-downs and storage tips in airtight containers
Clothing & Linens:
Guidance on moisture control and fabric care
Photo & Art Collections:
Recommendations for archival-safe enclosures
and humidity monitoring
Pestherapy Inc.’s Proven Silverfish Protection Plan
Comprehensive Inspection
No-obligation inspection of moisture sources and infestation signs
Customized Treatment Plan
Baits, dusts, and residual sprays tailored to your home’s layout
Exclusion & Repair
Seal entry points: cracks, gaps, and utility penetrations
Text or Call Pestherapy Inc today at 941-351-8412 or click here for your Silverfish inspection
and reclaim your home from these persistent pests. Let our family-owned
expertise keep your valuables and living spaces protected—night and day.