Moth killer products: These are the only type that we sell and are the products required to eradicate an active infestation and maintain control. Be sure to never touch your eyes, mouth, or face until you have thoroughly washed your hands of possible chemical residues. Pantry Moth Larvae can be troublesome in the kitchen because they infest dried foodstuffs (rice, flour, cereals, grains, pasta, birdseed, pet food etc) with their faeces, webbing and discarded cocoons.

Their females can lay between 30 and 200 eggs which can take up to two years to reach full maturity depending on whether the circumstances are suitable. Left untreated, they could do serious damage to natural fibres in clothing and could potentially ruin your wardrobe. In addition to using moth-repellent herbs near doors and windows to keep moths out, you can use natural moth pheromone traps in pantries and in closets to attract the active adult male moths. This will help break the breeding cycle. That way, you will be covered on all fronts from a potential moth invasion. Just remember to keep moth deterrents and moth traps separate, so the effects do not counteract one another. A common indication that one has an infestation is evidence of damage. This normally shows itself in the form of irregular shaped holes in clothing or, if you have a heavy infestation of clothes moths, you may notice what is known as 'webbing' on garments.For Clothes Moth Larvae, it is more likely that you will find damage to your clothing or carpets that suggest you have an infestation. It may be that you have reached for that cashmere sweater that has been in your closet unworn through the summer months and discovered that it has damage in the form of little holes. It may be a carpet that you’ve seen damaged under the couch, which rarely sees the vacuum cleaner and is never walked on. Either way, you may have had or still have an infestation and the larvae are an issue. During this stage, you may be able to freeze certain items for 72 hours if you believe that they are salvageable. Freezing for an extended period can effectively kill hidden larvae and eggs, as they are not tolerant to extreme temperatures. Moth prevention products:These vary in terms of success and are designed to do just that - prevent. They will not kill or control moths, they will simply repel, and so are useless if you are trying to get rid of an existing infestation.

Will you be fumigating or using other pest treatment methods? There are plenty of options to choose from when treating your home for Clothes Moths. Just because a treatment is more chemically dense does not mean that it will necessarily be more potent. You will want to weigh the pros and cons of each treatment method based on your unique needs. In recent years, many new moth treatment methods have been developed with the safety of children and pets in mind. Be Aware of the Potential Impacts On Your Home’s Inhabitants How long will it take for your preferred treatment method to complete its course? You will want to follow any safety recommendations to the letter to protect yourself, others, and any pets. If you need to schedule treatments for a time when you can have someone watch your kids or pets in another location, do so. Sometimes, it is best to treat an area and then leave your house for a few hours or an entire weekend. Use your best judgment and stay on the safe side. How to Protect Your Pets During Moth Treatment Place Clothes Moth Traps in the room 3-6 feet high to continue to monitor for potential activity from adult Moths and to help break the breeding cycle to reduce the chance of a repeat infestation We get it; you want to keep your garments and belongings safe from the destructive power of moths. However, you also don’t want your children or pets to suffer harm from the chemical treatment process! Fumigation, spraying, and other forms of chemical treatment can indeed pose a significant danger to household members if not carried out properly. Therefore, as you implement any form of chemical Clothes Moth treatment, carrying out adequate safety measures is critical.Fogging and fumigation are generally the same process, except buying moth foggers for your home is more convenient and less expensive than a professional service. There are various types of foggers, ranging from various styles and sizes, but most will come in a can or sealed plastic tub. Be sure to first remove any items that can be contaminated by the chemicals in the fogger, such as pots, pans, foodstuffs, water, toys, plants, and pets. If you cannot remove everything, cover them up and put them somewhere safe. The same applies to food-processing equipment, utensils, and aquariums. Step 3 - Confine The Area & Expose Affected Surfaces Moth Larvae are the actual pest that causes the damage to clothing and precious home textiles, not the adult Clothes Moths, Carpet Moths or Pantry Mothsyou can see flying around in season. How to get rid of clothes moth larvae involves far more intensive investigation, cleaning and treatment than many people realise. Whilst Moth Traps are a key part of the solution in reducing the population of Clothes Moths in the home, once clothing is damaged, that is the key sign that we need to get to work to protect the investment we have made in wool, cashmere and silk fabrics and other animal-based fibre textiles in the home.