Carpet beetles are small, round beetles, often mottled in black, white and brown. The adults do little harm, but their larvae are a real nuisance. These fuzzy, brown, slow-moving grubs feed on wool, silk, fur, leather and pet hair, so the damage shows up as holes in woollen jumpers, bare patches in wool carpets and rugs, and small shed skins at the back of wardrobes and drawers.
In Endeavour Hills, adult carpet beetles often come in through open windows in spring, then lay eggs in dark, quiet spots close to a food source. Wardrobes, blanket boxes, under beds, along carpet edges and in the roof space are all common places. The crew we book inspects those areas, finds where the larvae are feeding and treats carpets, wardrobes, skirting edges and the roof void where needed. Tell us if you have wool rugs, fur or leather items in storage, as these are often where larvae are found first.
- Wardrobes, drawers and blanket boxes checked for larvae and shed skins
- Carpet edges, under beds and under heavy furniture treated
- Roof space checked and treated where access allows
- Advice on washing, freezing or airing affected clothing
- Tips on storing woollens in sealed bags or tubs
Before the visit, empty the wardrobes and drawers the crew needs to treat, and wash or dry clean affected woollens. Vacuum carpets well, especially along the edges and under furniture, and empty the vacuum into an outside bin. After the treatment, keep vacuuming regularly and store off-season woollens in sealed bags, as larvae can go unnoticed for months in a quiet cupboard.
Call 03 7053 9851 to book carpet beetle treatment in Endeavour Hills. We give you the price upfront and line up a local team at a time that suits.