Two kinds of moths cause most of the calls we take from Noosa. Pantry moths show up as small moths flying around the kitchen and webbing or grubs in flour, rice, cereal and pet food. Clothes moths are small, pale moths that hide in wardrobes, and their larvae chew holes in wool, silk and other natural fibres. We ask which one you are seeing, give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew.
Humid coastal air suits both types. Pantry moths often arrive in a bag of grain from the shop and spread to other packets. Clothes moths prefer dark, undisturbed places, such as the back of a wardrobe, a blanket box or a rug that rarely gets moved. Homes and units that sit closed up for part of the year can build up large numbers before anyone notices. Wool rugs and blankets stored in a cupboard over summer are a common source.
For pantry moths, the crew treats the pantry shelves, cracks and joins where larvae crawl away to pupate, after you have cleared out the infested food. For clothes moths, they treat wardrobes, drawers, carpet edges and under heavy furniture. They will also point out where moths are likely to be breeding so you can keep an eye on those spots. Pantry and wardrobe treatments can be done in the same visit if both are a problem.
- Throw out infested food and wipe the pantry shelves
- Store grains and pet food in sealed containers
- Wash or dry clean affected clothing before the visit
- Vacuum wardrobe floors and carpet edges
To book moth control in Noosa, call 07 3543 7772 and tell us whether the moths are in the kitchen, the wardrobes or both.
