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MAIN FEATURES OF OUR CARPET BEETLE RIDDANCE PROGRAM





USING MULTIPLE METHODS

We use long lasting professional preparations to identify hiding spots and ensure methods used provide full termination coverage. Careful consideration is taken to ensure that this is done
effectively throughout the treatment.


USING PROFESSIONAL GRADE TRAPS

Professional grade moth traps are at least TWICE as potent. These are different to consumer grade variants. When used effectively they provide an effective treatment against moth activity.


INSPECTING AND MONITORING THOROUGHLY

Inspecting and monitoring the premises is very important as we zone in on activity. Monitoring the consumption of insecticides and ensuring the treatments stay effective means your problem is solved quicker.

carpet beetle CONTROL F.A.Q'S


Q: BEST CONTROL METHOD?

All treatments have their benefits. Surface and Aerosol sprays have a long residual effect and continue to work long after they're applied. Heat treatments can provide a quick knockdown of all activity in the premises. All methods have pros and cons so a tailored approach is always best.

Q: HOW LONG DO THEY LIVE?


The larvae will live and feed for a period of 7-10 months. Following this, the larvae then turns to pupa and an adult beetle will emerge approximately one month later. Adults, however, will normally only live for a period of 2-6 weeks.

Q: FIRST SIGNS OF ACTIVITY?


Unfortunately the first signs of an infestation is seeing holes in clothing that haven't been worn in a while; this is also the case for carpets in areas not frequented often. Sightings will also be a regular occurence as these beetles breed in darker areas and are attracted to lighting such as bulbs.

Q: HOW QUICKLY DO THEY BREED?


A female carpet beetle normally lays approximately 40 eggs, which take just over two weeks to hatch. The larvae will live and feed for a period of 7-10 months. Following this, the larvae then turns to pupa and an adult beetle will emerge approximately one month later.

Q: COST TO GET PEST CONTROL?


Costs vary with the main factors being whether a fumigation, misting, fogging, spraying or heat treatment is best to provide long term results.

Q: HOW TO PREVENT THEM?


The absolute best prevention method against carpet beetles are to keep all windows closed ALL the time! Another good method is to regularly vacuum carpeted floors and regularly check clothing used less often.

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