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Why Is It So Hard To Keep The Silverfish Out Of My South Portland Home?

DATE POSTED: February 20, 2020

Despite what the name might make you think, silverfish are not aquatic swimmers gracing the oceans of East End beach. Rather, they are nuisance pests – little nocturnal insects that are commonly found in the New England area.

Silverfish Slipping Through Worcester Homes

DATE POSTED: November 6, 2019

Are you familiar with what a silverfish is? If not, you should get to know this little, slimy invader. A silverfish isn't much to look at but it can cause big problems, and more importantly, it could be a warning sign of bigger problems. Let's take a look.

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What's Attracting Silverfish To My New England Home?

DATE POSTED: May 21, 2019

With the stress of everyday life, no one needs the added stress of a pest infestation. Silverfish are a common insect found throughout the New England area and are classified as a nuisance pest. These small tear-shaped insects do not bite, scratch, or spread disease like many other home-invading pests, but silverfish can still cause some stressful problems if they infest your property.

Problems Silverfish Cause Inside New England Homes

DATE POSTED: February 14, 2019

Are you finding silverfish on your bathroom floor? It isn't surprising. Silverfish are a common pest problem in New England, and bathrooms are a commonplace they're seen. But your bathroom is not the only place those insects will hang out.

What You Need To Know About Silverfish

DATE POSTED: May 28, 2018

Silverfish are fascinating insects from the phylum arthropoda, the subclass apterygota, and the species Lepisma saccharina, but you probably didn't come here for a biology lesson. If you have these pests in your home, you don't need a bunch of fancy words or fancy scientific facts. You want actionable information to help you get rid of those bugs and keep them out for good. Here's what you need to…

silverfish up close in rhode island home

Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Silverfish

DATE POSTED: April 16, 2018

Silverfish are a common pest found throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New England as a whole. A small insect, silverfish are often in between a half-inch and one inch in length, are silver in color, and have 3 bristles that protrude from their abdomen. They are narrow, lengthy, flat in shape and their movements are known to be fish-like.

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