Silverfish Care
Pest Care Guide
About This Pest
Why They're Here
Silverfish thrive in humid environments and feed on starchy materials like paper, glue, and cardboard. Bathrooms, basements, and closets provide the damp conditions they prefer.
What to Watch For
Small, silvery, fish-shaped insects that move quickly when disturbed — typically in bathrooms, laundry rooms, or near stored boxes and papers.
Our Natural Approach
Targeted Treatment
We use targeted, least-toxic treatments — botanical and mineral-based as the primary approach — to address the source of the problem, not just the symptoms. Our approach focuses on long-term results, not quick fixes.
Family-Conscious Formulas
Our primary toolkit is botanical and mineral-based, formulated to minimize risk to your family and pets. No synthetic pyrethroid sprays. Products are either EPA 25(b) exempt (essential-oil based) or EPA-registered minimum-risk pesticides (silica gel, borate).
How You Can Help
- Use dehumidifiers in bathrooms and basements to lower humidity.
- Store paper goods, photos, and books in sealed plastic bins.
- Fix any leaky pipes or faucets promptly.
- Ventilate closets and storage areas to reduce moisture buildup.
Family & Pet Considerations
Our treatments use botanical and mineral-based products to minimize risk to your family — children and pets included. Products are either EPA 25(b) exempt or EPA-registered minimum-risk. If we ever recommend an EPA-registered escalation product, we'll show you the label and explain it before applying.
We're Here to Help
Have questions about silverfish? We're here to help. Call or text (443) 228-6070.