Riverside village homes and holiday lets often have rooms shut for long periods. Moth larvae thrive in closed bedrooms, and we trace the cause.
Gunthorpe is a riverside village known for its bridge and lock, and in a place like this, some properties are used part-time or seasonally. A bedroom that is closed up for weeks, with blankets, wool throws or a good rug, is ideal for moths. The riverside setting itself is not the cause, but quiet, undisturbed rooms are.
We identify the moth, inspect the rooms and textiles at risk, and treat where larvae are feeding. We advise on cleaning throws and blankets, and on how to leave a property for longer periods without inviting problems. We offer appointments to suit you and free advice with all treatments. How long it takes to clear depends on how established the larvae are.
Wash and seal natural-fibre items, vacuum carpet edges, and check wardrobes on return. Avoid leaving soiled clothes behind, since they are more attractive to larvae.
Clothes moths prefer warm, dry, quiet places. Damp tends to bring other problems such as mould, but neglected, humid rooms can still harbour fabric pests.
They mostly target natural fibres such as wool, silk and fur, particularly if items are soiled or stored undisturbed.
Moth Removal across Nottinghamshire · Pest control in Gunthorpe
In a village where people come and go, holiday lets, visitors and returning guests all move luggage between beds. That is how bed bugs get around.
Read the advice →Two quite different insects leave similar holes in wool and rugs. A quick look at the larvae tells you which one you have, and what to do about it.
Read the advice →Very good serviceMrs Sketchley20 August 2018
Thanks for removing my wasp nest a really good service and very quick.Eddie20 August 2018
The Pest technician was really knowledgeable and was very efficient would recommend this company. My Wasp problem has been resolved.Mrs Pywell20 August 2018
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