Clothes moths are small, pale gold moths that avoid light, so you are more likely to see them fluttering out of a wardrobe than around a lamp. The adults do no harm. It is their larvae that eat wool, cashmere, silk, fur and feathers, leaving uneven holes in jumpers, suits, scarves and blankets. Rugs and wool carpet under heavy furniture can be damaged too. They are a common find in Mill Park homes with stored winter clothes.
Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed places, and they are drawn to clothes that have been worn and put away without washing, since sweat and food stains make the fibres more appealing. Look for small holes, silky tubes or webbing on fabric, and tiny grains of droppings on shelves and in drawer corners.
- Inspection of wardrobes, drawers and storage areas
- Treatment of wardrobe corners, shelves and drawer runners
- Treatment of carpet edges and under furniture
- Pheromone traps to track moth numbers
- Advice on cleaning and storing woollens
The crew we book treats the places larvae live and feed. Before the visit, empty the affected wardrobes and drawers, then wash or dry-clean the clothes, or put small items in the freezer for a few days. Vacuum wardrobe floors, carpet edges and under beds well. Once clean, store woollens in sealed bags or tubs.
Spring and early summer are when clothes moths are most active, so it is a good time to check your winter wardrobe in Mill Park. Wool blankets and rugs stored in the garage or a spare room are worth checking at the same time, since larvae often start there. Call 03 7053 9824 for upfront pricing on clothes moth treatment.