09/02/2026
What Are Silverfish — and Why Are They in My House?
Ever spot a tiny, silvery bug darting across the bathroom floor and wonder what it was? 👀
You may have found a silverfish.
Silverfish are small, wingless insects that prefer dark, damp areas like bathrooms, laundry rooms, closets, attics, and under sinks. They don’t bite or sting, but they can become a nuisance indoors — and they may feed on things like paper, cardboard, wallpaper glue, fabrics, and other starchy materials.
A few things that can make your home more inviting to silverfish:
💧 Excess moisture or humidity
📦 Stored cardboard and paper
🚿 Damp bathrooms or laundry areas
🏠 Cracks and gaps that give them places to hide
Seeing one every once in a while isn’t necessarily a major problem, but frequent sightings can be a sign that there are more hiding nearby.
Keeping moisture under control and reducing clutter can help — and if they decide they really like your home, Total Home Pest Solutions can help. 🏡
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