Moths and Carpet Beetles can cause damage to fabrics, textiles, and stored foods. Some species are also known to be nuisances by fluttering around lights and causing hygiene issues. Why do I need to control moths in my home?
Moths can cause damage to fabrics, textiles, and stored foods. Some species are also known to be nuisances by fluttering around lights and causing hygiene issues.

Two main types are clothes moths and pantry moths. Clothes moths damage fabrics, while pantry moths infest stored foods.

Keep loft hatch sealed using draft excluder, and inspect the lighting below the ceiling void to make sure they can’t access the room below through gaps, also install a few pheromone traps in each wardrobe. Regular cleaning and vacuuming also helps.

Look for signs like damaged fabrics or holes in clothing, webbing or cocoons, or moths themselves around lights. In pantries, look for webbing and larvae in stored food.

No, moth repellents like cedar balls, lavender sachets, or mothballs won’t deter moths or eliminate an existing infestation.

Identify and remove infested items, vacuum infested areas, wash clothing in hot water if applicable , and freeze smaller items to kill larvae & eggs.

Wash or dry-clean infested clothes, use heat to kill larvae, and store cleaned clothes in airtight containers.

Dispose of infested foods, clean pantry shelves, use a vacuum to remove eggs and larvae, and store foods in airtight containers.

 Chemical treatments might be required for severe infestations. Seek professional advice or use insecticides labeled for moth control.

Minor infestations can be managed DIY-style using preventive measures and cleaning. However, for extensive or recurring infestations, seeking professional help is recommended.

Store clothing and fabrics in airtight containers, regularly clean and vacuum, inspect second hand items, and keep stored food tightly sealed.

Using natural repellents like cedar, lavender, or eucalyptus are not effective from our experience, but cleaning and proper storage are also eco-friendly preventive methods.

Maintain good hygiene and storage practices, periodically inspect stored items, and consider using moth repellents as preventive measures like pheromone traps.

Moths themselves aren't a direct health threat, but their larvae might contaminate food, leading to potential health issues.

No, most moths are harmless and play essential roles in ecosystems as pollinators and food sources for other animals.