Clothes moths and pantry moths are two different problems, and people in Caroline Springs call us about both. Clothes moths are small, pale gold moths that avoid light. Their larvae feed on wool, silk, cashmere, felt and feathers, leaving holes in jumpers, suits, rugs and woollen blankets. Pantry moths are larger, with patterned wings, and their larvae live in flour, rice, cereal, nuts, dried fruit and pet food, leaving webbing in the packets.
For clothes moths, the crew we book inspects wardrobes, drawers, storage boxes and rugs to find where larvae are feeding, then treats wardrobes, carpet edges and under furniture. For pantry moths, the key is finding and throwing out every infested packet, then treating the shelves and cracks where larvae crawl to pupate. The crew explains which items to bin and which can be cleaned and kept. Pheromone traps may be left behind to show whether moths are still around.
- Inspection of wardrobes, drawers, rugs and storage areas
- Treatment of wardrobes, carpet edges and under furniture
- Pantry shelf and crack treatment for food moths
- Advice on which clothes and packets to bin or keep
- Tips on storing woollens and dry food
Before the visit, take clothes out of affected wardrobes, wash or dry-clean what you can, and put items in sealed bags. Empty the pantry, check every packet for webbing or small caterpillars, and bin anything affected outside the house. Afterwards, store dry food in airtight containers and wool in sealed bags or tubs, and wear or air stored woollens often, as moths prefer undisturbed fabric.
To book moth control at your Caroline Springs home, call 03 7053 9836. We will give you upfront pricing and book a local crew.