Protect Your WInter Wools From Clothing Moths

Moths love wool and your winter woolen wear is a smorgasboard for these flying pests. The Clothing Moth (Tineola bisselliella) is a species of moths from the Tineidae moth family. The caterpillar (larva) of this moth is recognized as a serious pest. It can derive nourishment not only from clothing – in particular wool – and also, like most moth caterpillars, from many other sources.

Contrary to what most people believe, adult clothing moths do not eat or cause any damage to clothing or fabric. It is the larvae which are solely responsible for this, spending their entire time eating and foraging for food.

Both adults and larvae prefer low light conditions. Whereas most other moths are drawn to light, clothing moths seem to prefer dim or dark areas. If larvae find themselves in a well-lit room, they will try to relocate under furniture or carpet edges. Hand made rugs are a favorite because it is easy for them to crawl underneath and do their damage from below. They will also crawl under moldings at the edges of rooms in search of darkened areas which hold good food.

If you're concerned that you have clothing moths in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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Protect Your Clothing From Fabric Pests

Dave's Pest Control can rid your home of these fabric pests like moths and carpet beetles, but there are a few steps you can take to protect your clothing until your fabric pest problem can be controlled.

Clothes moth larvae are especially damaging to fabric that has been stained or soiled. Actually, there is evidence that clothes moth larvae will not develop on clean fabric because it lacks certain necessary nutrients. So, always launder or dry clean clothes before putting them into long-term storage.

Do not store boxes of clothes in the attic, garage or basement, if possible. If clothing must be stored in boxes, thoroughly clean the boxes before storage and seal all corners and openings with tape. Prior to storage, clean woolen and natural fiber clothing according to the manufacturer's instructions. In closets, store natural fiber clothing items by covering them with individual plastic covers.

Consider storing clothing in large zippered plastic units. Use mothballs to help deter fabric pests, but be aware that they may leave an odor that could require dry cleaning.

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