Scarborough Moth Control

Moths are a typical 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 natural materials such as wool or silk. They prefer to stay in dark places such as wardrobes or undisturbed areas of carpets like underneath bed frames. Stored product moths will infest stored food products such as flour. There are many different species of moths that cause these infestations, so identification is essential to pick 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 harm to clothes that are stored away, which includes sentimental items such as wedding gowns. The adult moths do not cause any harm, the larvae eat the natural fibres. Adult female moths lay eggs on the clothes and as they hatch the larvae will eat the nearby fabric. Moths breed swiftly so a small infestation will easily 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. Frequently cleaning stored clothes at high temperatures and dusting the areas where they are stored will remove areas where moths can live and breed. Expert 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 options for getting rid of pests from delicate items such as wedding dresses.