Basically house moths are divided into two categories. First, there are those that infest your fabric or clothing may they be made up of wool or silk and second, there are those that infest the food on your plate. If ever you have experienced terrible situations in your kitchen, most likely you have been having an encounter with the Indian meal moth or Mediterranean flour moth. A commercial pest control professional can tell you more about these moths.
You may be wondering how these pests are able to get inside your home. They do through food and clothing that are contaminated. Other pests such as birds or rodents may also be agents in bringing in them in since moth larvae make a meal out of the feathers and hair of the birds and rodents.
In getting rid of moths, here are some effective methods that you may use:
• An alternative to using pesticides is the utilization of diatomaceous earth that is food-grade. This is okay to use since it’s friendly to the environment, non-toxic, and safe around your children or pets. Just sprinkle a very thin layer of this around places that have been infested with moths and also around holes or cracks. Diatomaceous earth may seem like powder from talc, but it is harsh on the moths and larvae. Once the particles touch their bodies, they eventually die.
• Protect your home by not leaving your doors open. Even gaping door gaps are a no-no. Windows that are damaged and unrepaired can also be entry sites for the moths. What you must do is to repair your damaged screens of course, and try roaming around your home to check for possible areas where moths can get in.
• Keeping humidity low inside your home can be effective since moths survive in places that have high humidity. If your home has high humidity, you would be very alarmed to find out that the moths have reproduced and grown at a faster rate. The use of air conditioners and humidifiers can solve this humidity problem.
• To prevent the moths from infesting your food, keep your food in safe and durable containers that are moth-proof. Avoid the use of delicate materials that can be easily destroyed such as card board, paper, and even thin plastic. Stuffs that are very good to use are jars that are sealed with clamps.
Containers that are air tight must also be used. Of course, do not disregard the safety your fridge offers most especially during moth infestations. Your fridge and freezer are very safe areas where you can hide your food. If these steps are too complicated for you to do, ask a commercial pest control personnel to help you.
