Understanding Moth Infestations
Moths can cause significant damage to your valuable clothing, carpets, upholstery, and other natural fibres throughout your home. These persistent pests are particularly active during warmer months and can cause extensive damage if left untreated.
Common species in our area include: Clothes moths (including common clothes moths and case-bearing clothes moths), carpet moths, and pantry moths. Each species targets different materials and requires specific treatment approaches for effective elimination.
Signs of moth infestation: Small holes in clothing or fabrics, larvae or caterpillars on materials, adult moths flying around wardrobes and storage areas, silken tubes or cases on fabrics, and irregular damage patterns on wool, cashmere, or silk items.
Clothes moths are particularly destructive to natural fibres including wool, cashmere, silk, fur, and feathers. Carpet moths target wool carpets and rugs, whilst pantry moths infest stored food products. Female moths can lay up to 200 eggs, making early intervention crucial.
Professional treatment is essential because moth larvae can remain hidden in fabric creases, carpet underlay, and hard-to-reach areas. Our comprehensive approach targets both adult moths and larvae whilst providing long-term protection strategies to prevent reinfestation of your valuable possessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you respond to a moth problem?
We understand that moth damage can escalate rapidly, especially to valuable clothing and furnishings. We typically respond within 24-48 hours of your call, with priority service available for severe infestations affecting expensive items or large areas of your home.
What methods do you use to eliminate moths?
We use a combination of targeted insecticide treatments, pheromone monitoring, heat treatment where appropriate, and thorough vacuuming of affected areas. Our treatments specifically target both adult moths and larvae whilst being safe for use around fabrics and furnishings.
Can you prevent moths from returning to my home?
Yes, prevention is a key part of our service. We provide advice on proper storage techniques, recommend cedar products and moth deterrents, advise on regular cleaning schedules, and can install monitoring traps to detect any future activity before damage occurs.
Is moth treatment safe around clothing and delicate fabrics?
Absolutely. We use treatments specifically designed for textile environments that are effective against moths whilst being safe for clothing, carpets, and delicate fabrics. We take special care around valuable items and antiques, often recommending protective measures during treatment.
How long does moth treatment take to be effective?
You should see a reduction in adult moth activity within 7-14 days of treatment. Complete elimination of larvae typically takes 4-6 weeks as we need to break the life cycle. We often schedule follow-up visits to monitor progress and ensure complete elimination.
What's included in your moth elimination guarantee?
Our guarantee covers complete elimination of the moth infestation in treated areas. If moth activity continues after our treatment programme, we'll return to re-treat at no additional cost. We're committed to protecting your valuable possessions from moth damage.
Do you treat both clothes moths and carpet moths?
Yes, we specialise in treating all types of textile moths including clothes moths, carpet moths, and pantry moths. Each species requires different treatment approaches and we tailor our methods to the specific type of moth and the materials they're affecting in your home.
What should I do before your moth treatment visit?
We'll provide a pre-treatment checklist, but generally you should vacuum affected areas thoroughly, remove heavily infested items for professional cleaning, and ensure access to wardrobes and storage areas. Don't use DIY sprays as these can interfere with our professional treatments.
