Moth Control

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Moth treatments are pest-specific and targeted. Most “moth problems” inside homes and Businesses are caused by clothes moths (that damage natural fibres) or pantry moths (that infest stored foods). Because moths lay eggs in hidden areas and the larvae do the damage, treatment focuses on active areas and likely harbourage points to help reduce activity and prevent ongoing problems.

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Common Moth Activity Areas

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• Wardrobes, drawers, and linen cupboards

• Carpets, rugs, and under furniture (especially wool or natural fibres)

• Stored clothing, blankets, and soft furnishings

• Skirting edges and cracks/crevices around storage areas

• Kitchens and pantries (inside cupboards and around stored dry foods)

• Garages and storage rooms with boxed fabrics or stored goods

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Common Moths

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• Clothes moths (wardrobe moths)

• Pantry moths (Indian meal moth)

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Important Safety Note

In most moth treatments involving targeted crack-and-crevice applications, people and pets may remain on the property. If an internal spray treatment is required, all occupants and pets must leave the property and remain out until treated surfaces are fully dry, usually 2–4 hours. Food items, utensils, and exposed surfaces should be covered or removed prior to treatment.​​​​​

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Follow-up treatments may be recommended depending on moth type, infestation severity, and how quickly activity reduces after the initial service. If required, we’ll discuss this with you and confirm pricing before booking.​

 

Preparation Required (Before Treatment)

​To ensure a safe and effective service, please complete the following before our technician arrives:

 

• Remove or cover food, utensils, and pet bowls

• For pantry moths: seal or dispose of infested dry foods where possible and clear access to pantry shelves

• For clothes moths: clear access to wardrobes, cupboards, and storage areas where activity has been seen

• Move stored items slightly away from walls where possible to allow access to skirting and corners

• Reduce clutter around affected areas to allow treatment

• Keep pets away from treatment areas if required

• Avoid using household sprays in affected areas for 24 hours before treatment where possible

• Vacuum affected carpets/rugs and cupboard edges where possible (dispose of vacuum contents)

 

Preparation Required (After Treatment)

​To ensure the treatment works effectively and keeps everyone safe:

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• Keep people and pets away from treated areas until fully dry (usually 2–4 hours if spraying is carried out)

• Do not wipe or clean treated surfaces for at least 48 hours

• Avoid mopping floors for 48 hours unless advised

• Some moth activity may continue briefly before reducing

• Contact us if moth activity persists beyond the recommended timeframe

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