
Protect Your Home from Clothes and Carpet Moth Infestations
Jan 21
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If you've ever found holes in your favourite wool jumper or noticed damage to your carpets, you may have experienced the unwelcome presence of clothes and carpet moths. These pests can cause serious damage to your home’s textiles, but with the right steps, you can prevent and eliminate them. In this post, we’ll explore how to identify, protect against, and get rid of moths effectively to keep your home and belongings safe.

What Are Clothes and Carpet Moths?
Clothes moths and carpet moths are two types of pests that feed on natural fibres like wool, silk, cotton, and even fur. While both can cause damage, they target different items:
Clothes moths tend to feed on clothing and fabrics, often hiding in your wardrobe or drawers.
Carpet moths are drawn to your carpets, rugs, and soft furnishings, quietly munching away at the fibres.
The damage is done by the larvae, not the adult moths, which means the real trouble begins once the eggs hatch and the larvae start feeding.