how do i control moths?
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they fly around the apartment and eat the wool rug. i need to know how to get rid of them.
they fly around the apartment and eat the wool rug. i need to know how to get rid of them.
July 15th, 2011 at 6:36 am
We had this problem and discovered the source was a big bag of dry dog food. Get rid of any old grain products in your place and you’ll get rid of the moth eggs. In the future, keep any grain ( ie cereal, dog food, flour, even some nuts) products in sealable containers. As for the ones presently flying around, you should vacuum vacuum vacuum and if that doesn’t work, try an insecticidal spray but only as a last resort,. Then leave your apartment for several hours with windows open to help dissipate the fumes. Good luck.
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July 15th, 2011 at 8:36 am
Spray is not really going to be very effective. I work at a gigantic pest control company and we can do very little for moths. I hate to be so obvious but moth balls, keeping doors and windows closed, not storing excess fabrics, cardboard, or paper products in the living area really are the best things to do.
Every one has a list of “remedies” for everything from moths to earaches that have no basis in truth. Its really just wishful thinking.
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July 15th, 2011 at 10:36 am
Flyswatter. We noticed after our house was renovated (guys had left doors opened for long periods of time) that we had a bad moth problem. We used the swatter. Or if they land on the floor, throw a towel on the moth to smother it.
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July 15th, 2011 at 11:35 am
Moth Control Basics
When it comes to moth control there are two common types of moth infestation homeowners need to worry about. The first is a clothes moth problem, in which the moths in house infest cloth and fabric. The second common moth problem concerns pantry moths, whose larvae infest dry goods such as flour, cereal, and cornmeal. Each type of moth requires a different approach in order to rid yourself of the problem.
Clothes Moths
When most people think of moth infestation this is what jumps to mind. Clothes moths lay their eggs on any animal based fabric, including wool, feathers, hair, fur and felt, although if the infestation gets bad enough, they can also live off of hair and oils that have spread to other materials. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae feed on the material—hence the tell tale holes in garments, carpets, sweaters and the like. Moths of any sort are tough to get rid of, but here’s some tips particular to house moths that might give you the upper hand.
Locate the source of the infestation. Figure out where the moths are coming from and concentrate your efforts there.
Wash the area thoroughly, making sure to get into all hidden nooks and crannies.
Dry clean, freeze, or wash all clothes in hot water. You’ve got to remove all eggs and larvae from your clothes if you don’t want to the infestation to return and these are the only proven methods.
Use moth balls or cedar chips when putting clothes into long-term storage.
Store clothes in airtight, sealed containers whenever possible.
Have You Considered Cedar Closets?
Beyond these basic steps to remove your infestation, you might want to consider longer term moth control, as well. One of the best, and natural, modes of moth control is a cedar closet. Cedar oils put off a fragrance that repels moths and other clothes pests, meaning that a closet lined with cedar smells great and protects your wardrobe at the same time. Finally, if your moth infestation is bad enough that you can’t seem to get on top of it, call in a pest control company to eradicate your unwanted guests. Sometimes there isn’t any other way to rid yourself of the problem.
I hope this was helpful,Good Luck!!!
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