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Silverfish Control in Kansas City

Silverfish are the silvery, carrot-shaped insects that dart out of bathtubs, basement boxes and bookshelves. They need humidity and feed on starches — paper, glue, cardboard, cereal and fabric sizing.

How we handle silverfish

We find where humidity and food come together — stored paper and cardboard in the basement, bathrooms, attics, bookshelves — and treat cracks, voids and baseboards in those areas. Because they are long-lived, getting the humidity down is what keeps numbers low.

What you can do

Run a dehumidifier and aim for indoor humidity below about 50%. Move stored papers and clothes from cardboard into sealed plastic bins. Fix leaks and ventilate bathrooms.

Silverfish Control in Kansas City — Common Questions

Do silverfish cause damage?+

They can damage books, papers, wallpaper and stored clothing over time, but they don't bite or carry disease.

Why do they appear in the bathtub?+

They fall in looking for moisture and can't climb the slick sides back out.

Will a dehumidifier alone work?+

It helps more than anything else. In heavier infestations, treatment of the voids speeds things up.

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