Keston Moth Control

Moths are a common type of pest insect in the UK. There are two major 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 like to stay in dark places such as wardrobes or undisturbed areas of carpets like underneath bed frames. Stored product moths will infest stored foods such as flour. There are many different kinds of moths that cause these infestations, so identification is essential to decide on the best treatment. Few moths in the United Kingdom are dangerous to people, but they can cause damage to property.

Clothes moths can cause serious damage to clothes that are stored away, which includes sentimental items such as wedding dresses. The adult moths do not cause any damage, the larvae eat the organic fibres. Adult female moths lay eggs on the clothes and as they hatch the larvae will eat the surrounding fabric. Moths breed quickly 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 eliminate. Regularly washing stored clothes at high temperatures and dusting the areas where they are stored will remove areas where moths can live and breed. Professional pest control companies can fumigate the location using chemicals or use a heat control technique to raise the temperature in a contained area and kill the moths. They’ll also be able to inform you of specific techniques for removing pests from sensitive items such as wedding dresses.