Moths
Although moths do not pose a health risk, the Common Clothes Moth (Tineola bisselliella) can cause severe damage within homes. The larvae feed on clothes, fabrics, furs, leather and carpets.
Moths can be extremely destructive and whilst they don’t pose a health risk they are a domestic pest issue due to the harm they can do to clothing, fabrics, furs, leather and carpets. In fact it isn’t the moths themselves which do the damage but the larvae that emerge from the eggs. The female moths lay in clusters of between 30 and 200 which develop into microscopic caterpillars.
What are the signs that moths are present?
Both adult moths and their larvae prefer low light conditions, so wardrobes are an ideal place for them to breed and feed but they can also be found in rugs, mouldings at the corners of rooms and in curtains and carpets.
The common moth feeds on clothing and natural fibres and has the ability to digest the keratin protein in wool and silk. So if you have woollen rugs, carpets and curtains you may see signs of moth damage, especially behind furniture. You may also see the adult moths but these are small and so can squeeze themselves into corners of drawers and wardrobes to hide.
What can I do?
Prevention is key wash unused clothes seasonally. Secure winter clothing items in vacuum pack bag to avoid infestation. Seasonally check all clothes cupboards and clear out. Monitor all carpets, rugs and sofas especially under furniture.
The chemicals to eradicate a moth infestation can be harmful to people and pets therefore if you do find you are infested call in the professionals. They have the means to treat all the life stages of the moth from the eggs to the adults and will ensure that your home is completely moth free.
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