Do you offer any help with silverfish, flea or bed bug infestations?
Unfortunately, there are some infestations that we cannot help you to remove. However, we have pulled together some resources that reference how to deal with some common pests.
Silverfish
Silverfish are a silver-skinned insect with scales and antennae. Despite their slightly creepy look, they are completely harmless. Although they can infest your home and be unpleasant. They are nocturnal creatures and mostly reside in your bathroom. For more information on how to identify and remove silverfish, check out this short infographic here.
Fleas
Fleas are a common infestation for houses with domestic pets and can even find their way on to house pets. Female fleas can lay up to 40 eggs a day in your pet's fur or on your carpet. A good way to identify fleas is to look for signs of their bites on yourself or your furry friends. Although these pests are particularly irritating, they can be dealt with at home without the need for exterminators. For information about getting rid of fleas, click here.
Bedbugs
Bedbugs are easily identifiable if you know what you are looking for. They are small insects, about 5mm in length, with six legs that feed on blood from animals or people. Removing bedbugs requires patience but it is an infestation that can be dealt with without professional help. If you believe you have a bedbug infestation, click this link to find out how to identify the issue and remove them.
If you can’t see the animal that is causing the infestation, you can find further information about protected animals in this article and about common rodents in this article.