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Expert Springtail Pest Control in Melbourne
At My Pest Control Pty Ltd, we provide professional, moisture-focused pest control services to eliminate springtail infestations across Melbourne and regional Victoria. While springtails are tiny and harmless to humans, their sudden appearance in large numbers can signal hidden moisture problems in your home or business. Our treatment strategy not only removes the pests but addresses the underlying environmental causes.
With years of local experience, our licensed technicians use safe, targeted, and science-backed methods to provide lasting springtail control.
What Are Springtails?
Springtails (Collembola spp.) are microscopic, soft-bodied arthropods that thrive in damp environments. They get their name from a unique forked appendage (furcula) that allows them to “spring” into the air when disturbed. Though not insects, they are often grouped with indoor pests due to their sudden infestations.
Key Features:
● Size: 0.25–6 mm, usually grey or white
● Habitat: Damp soil, potting mix, wall cavities, and floor cracks
● Movement: Jumping or hopping, often seen in clusters
● Food source: Fungi, mould, algae, decaying matter
Why Are Springtails a Problem?
● 👃 Indicator of Moisture or Mould: Springtail presence often suggests water leaks, poor ventilation, or fungal growth
● 🏡 Indoor Invasions: Found in bathrooms, kitchens, around sinks, and near drains
● 🪴 Garden Intrusion: May infest indoor potted plants, seed trays, and potting soil
● 😟 Disturbing in Appearance: Large numbers appear suddenly after rain or during humid conditions, often mistaken for fleas
Common Springtail Hotspots in Melbourne Homes
● Laundry and bathroom corners
● Kitchen splashbacks and under sinks
● Air conditioner vents and dripping windowsills
● Around plant pots, floor waste drains, and damp rugs or cardboard boxes
Our Springtail Removal Strategy
● Identify moisture sources (leaks, condensation, plumbing issues)
● Locate affected areas including bathroom tiles, windowsills, potted plants, and wall crevices
● Low-toxicity surface sprays in kitchens, laundries, bathrooms, and entry points
● Fine insecticidal dust in wall cavities, floor cracks, tile joints, and around plumbing fixtures
● Application of non-staining aerosol products for quick knockdown in sensitive areas
● Recommendations for dehumidifiers, exhaust fans, or improved ventilation
● Advice on sealing wall gaps, caulking tiles, and relocating damp storage materials
● Soil drainage and potting mix drying guidance for indoor plants
Why Choose My Pest Control Pty Ltd?
- Melbourne's local moisture-pest control specialists
- Low-toxicity and mould-safe treatment options
- Practical advice on fixing long-term moisture issues
- Digital reports, inspection records, and service guarantees
- Trusted by homeowners, builders, schools, and real estate managers
Springtail Pest Control – FAQs
No. Springtails don’t bite, sting, or carry disease. However, their presence often signals moisture or mould problems.
Springtails thrive in humid conditions. After heavy rain, they may escape flooded soil and enter indoor spaces seeking drier ground.
Moisture control is key. Improve drainage, dry out potting mix, ventilate rooms, and reduce organic build-up. For large outbreaks, professional treatment is required.
Treatments can be effective for several months, but results depend on maintaining low
humidity and eliminating leaks or water entry.
Often, yes. Springtails feed on fungal matter. We recommend a professional mould inspection if springtail numbers are high and persistent.
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