the problems moths cause and effective solutions
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CATCH-‐IT PEST CONTROL LTD LONDON | www.pestcontrol4london.co.uk | 0208 787 5929
EXPERT TIPS FROM CATCH-‐IT PEST CONTROL LTD LONDON
The Problems Moths Cause And Effective Solutions
Tips to reduce damage to your home, from London pest control company Catch-‐It
TOP 10 PROBLEMS MOTHS CAN CAUSE
§ Moth larvae eat holes in fabrics. This can ruin your expensive clothes, and favour silk, cashmere, wool, but also cotton
§ Moths like to lay eggs in carpets and soft furnishings. A nest of hungry larvae can also easily ruin sofas and rugs
§ Moths can infest food like flour. These food stuffs become contaminated and pose a health risk, and need to be thrown out
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§ Moth larvae and their droppings can mark and stain furniture upholstery, making them look very unclean and unsightly.
§ The dust moths create can make some health conditions worse, such as asthma and skin conditions like eczema
§ Moths can really damage the plants in your garden, leaving you with half eaten vegetables and holes in your foliage.
§ Moths can be difficult to get rid of. They hide and lay eggs in very hard to reach places, and can become a persistent issue.
§ Moths can reproduce very quickly, creating a large infestation and a serious problem in a very short amount of time.
§ The moth larva is very hard to detect as they do not like to be exposed to light, so an infestation can grow unnoticed
§ It is difficult to conquer an infestation alone, so always seek the help of an experienced, professional company
TOP 10 PREVENTION & DETERRENT TIPS
§ Always ensure your clothing is clean before you put it away. Sweaty clothes and stains are likely to be attacked.
§ When checking clothes for moth damage, be sure to check folds, creases and under the collar and the armpits
§ Regularly check furniture and soft furnishings for any moths nesting in the upholstery material, especially if it’s wool or horsehair.
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§ Keep clothing you rarely use stored in tightly sealed boxes. Vacuum bags can also be used to keep moths away.
§ Vacuum carpets and rugs to disturb any moths hiding there. This will also get rid of any eggs they may have laid.
§ Check all pillows, cushions and duvets that are feather stuffed for larvae. They will make holes in them and hide.
§ Take out and shake items hanging in your wardrobe at least once a month -‐ moths don’t like being disturbed.
§ Keep the bottom of your wardrobe vacuumed and cleaned. Also clean any shelves, paying special attention to around the sides.
§ Throw away or recycle any wool, fur or feather items you now longer want to keep. Moths love these materials.
§ Have your chimneys checked and cleaned once a year for any blockages and moths that may be hiding in there.
There are a multitude of ways a moth problem could impact your life, from loss of property to health factors. The negative effect will affect your environment can be hard to remedy without professional help.
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