Erith Moth Control

Moths are a widespread species of pest insect in the UK. 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 regions of carpets like under beds. Stored product moths will infest stored foods such as flour. There are lots of different varieties of moths that cause these infestations, so identification is important to decide on the best treatment. Few moths in the UK 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 dresses. The adult moths do not cause any destruction, the larvae eat the natural fibres. Mature female moths lay eggs on the clothes and as they emerge the larvae will eat the nearby fabric. Moths breed rapidly so a small infestation can quickly worsen. Stored product moths will lay eggs in food products they can access.

Successful 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. Regularly 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. Experienced 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 suggest for you specific techniques for removing pests from fragile items such as wedding dresses.