Epsom Moth Control

Moths are a common species of pest insect in the United Kingdom. There are two main kinds of moths: carpet or clothes moths and stored product moths. Carpet or clothes moths feed on organic materials such as wool or silk. They prefer to live in dark places such as wardrobes or undisturbed areas of carpets like beneath bed frames. Stored product moths will infest stored foods such as flour. There are several different kinds of moths that cause these infestations, so identification is crucial to decide on the best treatment. Few moths in the United Kingdom are dangerous to people, however they can cause damage to property.

Clothes moths can cause serious damage to clothes that are stored away, including sentimental items such as wedding gowns. The adult moths do not cause any damage, the larvae eat the organic fibres. Mature female moths lay eggs on the clothes and as they hatch the larvae will eat the nearby fabric. Moths breed rapidly so a small infestation will quickly worsen. Stored product moths will lay eggs in foods they can access.

Effective moth pest control will vary depending on the species of moth that is causing the infestation. Clothes moths can be difficult to get rid of. Frequently washing stored clothes at high temperatures and dusting the areas where they are stored will help to remove areas where moths can live and breed. Specialist pest control companies can fumigate the area using chemicals or use a heat control technique to raise the temperature in a contained area and kill the moths. They will also be able to inform you of specific methods for eliminating pests from sensitive items such as wedding gowns.