“Like a moth to a flame.” This is a popular phrase that came about because moths are known to be drawn to the flame or light. However, moths sometimes can come too close to the flame, and it consumes them.
This common habit of the moths has come to symbolize mankind’s ambition to succeed, no matter what the cost. Humans and moths share that same self destructive quality just to achieve a certain goal.
Nowadays, people do not make use of flames very much due to advances in technology. What they are attracted to are our clothes for the clothes moths and food for the pantry moths. Unlike their cousins, the butterflies, moths have turned out to be pests. That is at least for some of their species.
Moths Can Be Such Pests
When pests invade your homes, your property and even your health are at risk. Even though moths pose no such health risks, they can be such nuisance. There are two kinds of these moths: the clothes moths and the pantry moths. Clothes moths, as their name suggest, eat your clothes. They are fond of the protein found in your dirty clothes or carpets. On the other hand, pantry moths are on the lookout for your food. Flour, cereal, oats, sugar, pasta, rice, and baking products are some of their favorites.
Signs Of Moth Infestation
Clothes moths hide in dark, undisturbed areas. They also stay near their food source. If you find some of your clothes with some damage, you might have some moth problems. Damages come in the form of holes. Look for cocoons or webbings near your cabinets. You may also spot the moths or their eggs first.
Just like with the clothes moths, pantry moths stay where there is food supply nearby. You may spot larvae inside open packs of dried food like the ones mentioned above.
Control
Moth traps are a good way to remove their presence inside your home. You can use pheromone traps that these moths will stick into.
Clean your clothes. They are attracted to food stains and perspiration. Keep your home clean by vacuuming on a regular basis.
Remember to seal your food inside containers and never leave them in a box. Put them in plastic containers or plastic bags, they will not be able to chew on materials made of plastic. If you get rid of their food source or keep them out of their reach, then they do not have any reason to stay in your homes.
If all else fails, never fear. If you are in Camden, just pick up the phone and call Go-Forth Home Services Company. Go Forth has a team of highly skilled and highly trained professionals who can get the job done!
Why Go-Forth?
Go-Forth has been around for 59 years now. They have excellent experience not only in moth control, but also with many other pest problems like cockroaches, rodents, bed bugs, mosquitoes, ants, and many others. The company has a special team of technicians who can evaluate your homes or offices on what type of service that is just right for you.
To schedule an appointment, just contact us.