Silverfish Control in Croydon: what we see locally
Silverfish thrive in damp, humid rooms such as bathrooms and kitchens. They feed on starch, paper and crumbs.
Croydon town centre's new apartment towers and office conversions are seeing more grey silverfish, which can spread between flats through service gaps. We treat the cracks and service routes they use.
Common silverfish are also found in the bathrooms and kitchens of Croydon's older homes, especially in Thornton Heath, Norbury and Selhurst, where poor ventilation and old plumbing can leave damp corners. They come out at night and hide in cracks and behind skirting boards during the day.
Where we find silverfish in Croydon
- New towers in Croydon town centre: Grey silverfish spread through service risers.
- Bathrooms: Damp gaps behind baths.
- Office-to-residential conversions: Service gaps let silverfish move between flats.
- Stored paper: They feed on books and cardboard.
Our silverfish control service covers the whole of Croydon, including Addiscombe, Coulsdon, Croydon, Kenley, New Addington, Norbury, Purley, Sanderstead, Selhurst, Selsdon, Shirley, South Croydon and Thornton Heath, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping silverfish out of Croydon homes
Use extractor fans, fix leaks and seal gaps along skirting and around pipes. Report service gaps to your managing agent.
How we treat silverfish
- Inspection to find where silverfish are hiding and breeding
- Residual spray treatment of cracks, skirting boards, bathrooms and kitchens
- Treatment of voids and gaps around pipes and fittings
- Advice on reducing damp and humidity to keep them away
Silverfish Control prices in Croydon
Indoor spray treatment of affected areas. No VAT to add. Fixed price confirmed before we start, with no hidden extras.
Silverfish Control in Croydon: your questions
How much does silverfish control cost in Croydon?
Silverfish control in Croydon costs £240 for a flat or £280 for a house, with no VAT to add. The price is fixed before we visit, with no call-out charge.
Why are there silverfish in my new Croydon flat?
Grey silverfish often arrive with building materials and spread through new buildings.
Are they harmful?
No, but they can damage paper. They don't spread serious disease, but they can be a real nuisance in numbers, and treatment stops the problem growing.
Want to know the signs of silverfish, the health risks and how to tell them apart from other pests? Read our complete silverfish control guide or see all pest control in Croydon.