Silverfish are a cigar-shaped, silver-grey, wingless insect about 12mm long, found in damp areas commonly in kitchens and bathrooms. Nocturnal in habit, but often trapped in baths, basins or chinaware as it cannot climb the smooth surfaces. Moves quickly and has three long bristles at the tail end.
Occasionally damages paper but feeds on residues of starchy substances such as glues, wallpaper paste and carbohydrate food debris. It may indicate damp conditions which need attention.
These insects are more of a nuisance than particularly harmful. However if they are around in high numbers it would suggest that an issue with damp may need addressing. We can perform an insecticidal spray but that will only give you protection for a short while if the damp is still a problem.
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