Moth Control Basics
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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.
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.
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Pantry Moths
The other common moth control problem happens in your pantry instead of your clothes closet. A pantry moth infestation can be an unsettling experience, since you're likely finding moth larvae in everything from the breakfast cereal to the boxed macaroni and cheese. They can also be very tough to get rid of. If you try to tackle your moth infestation yourself, here's a few things to try.
By following these steps you should be able to get on top of your moth control problem (though it may take several rounds before you completely rid yourself of the infestation). And as with clothes moths, there are infestations that an average homeowner just can't get rid of. If that sounds familiar, talk to a pest control specialist about bringing in the big guns to get rid of your pantry moth problem.
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