Pantry moths are small grey and copper moths that flutter around the kitchen, often at night. The real problem is their larvae, which live in flour, rice, pasta, cereal, nuts, dried fruit and pet food. You may see fine webbing in packets, small caterpillars crawling up the pantry walls or cocoons tucked into shelf corners and hinges. In North Geelong homes they often arrive in a single packet from the shops and spread from there.
When you call, tell us how long you have seen them, which cupboards are affected and whether you keep pet food in the same cupboard. We give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew who treats pantry moths in Geelong kitchens.
- An inspection of the pantry, cupboards and food storage areas
- Help working out which foods need to go in the bin
- Treatment of shelf cracks, hinges, joints and corners
- Pheromone traps to catch male moths and show if any remain
- Tips on storing dry food in sealed jars and tubs
Before the visit, empty the pantry and throw away any food with webbing, clumps or larvae. Put sealed items that you plan to keep on the bench. Vacuum the shelves, paying close attention to corners and the tracks of sliding doors, and empty the vacuum outside.
After the treatment, keep new flour, grains and pet food in airtight containers. Moths may still turn up for a short while as the last ones hatch, and the traps help show when they have stopped. Check new packets of flour and nuts when you bring them home, and freeze bulk grains for a few days before storing them. Call 03 7053 9842 to book pantry moth treatment in North Geelong.