Clothes moths are small, pale, golden moths that avoid light and seldom fly far. The adults do no harm, but their larvae feed on wool, silk, cashmere, felt and feathers, leaving small holes and silky webbing in jumpers, suits, rugs and blankets. In Milton, they are often found in older homes with built-in wardrobes and in units where winter clothing sits packed away for most of the year.
The crew treats the places where larvae feed and hide. That includes the inside of wardrobes and drawers, the edges of carpet and rugs, under beds and furniture, and storage areas where woollens are kept. They look for webbing, larvae cases and damaged items to find the worst spots. Pheromone traps can be left behind to catch adult moths and show whether any activity remains in the weeks after the visit.
- Treatment inside wardrobes, drawers and storage cupboards
- Treatment along carpet edges and under rugs and furniture
- Checks of woollens, blankets and stored clothing
- Pheromone traps to track any remaining moths
- Tips on cleaning and storing wool and silk items
Before the visit, empty the affected wardrobes and drawers. Wash or dry clean woollens and silks, or seal them in bags and freeze them for a few days, which kills larvae and eggs. Vacuum wardrobe floors, carpet edges and under furniture. Rugs that sit under heavy furniture for months are a favourite spot, so move them aside if you can. After the treatment, store clean woollens in sealed bags or tubs and air out wardrobes regularly.
Crews visit Milton and the western inner suburbs through the week. Call 07 3543 7770 to book clothes moth control and hear your price first.
