How Exterminators in NYC Remediate Moth Damage

Moths are a frustrating pest to have around your home. While they are not harmful to people, they can damage your property by feeding on your belongings. Part of the challenge is that moths can also be difficult to remove, and breed quickly enough that they will not typically disappear on their own.

The types of moths that are pests in homes around NYC are often small, usually less than 1 inch in length. Their eggs and larvae can be nearly invisible unless you are specifically looking for them. Since any missed moth or egg can lead to a resurgence in a moth infestation, you need to be sure you have effectively handled the problem.

Professional Strategies for Moth Control in NYC
Once you have noticed the signs of moths in your pantry, attic, or closets, you will almost always need an exterminator to completely get rid of the moth infestation. Their process may include:

• Identification – Different moth species respond in different ways to treatments. Knowing which moth species is present in your home is a valuable first step to determining treatment. A professional can generally use sightings of moths, larvae, eggs, and other debris to identify moths and where they are congregating.
• Cleaning and Vacuuming – Your exterminator might work with you to first clean the affected area. If moths are in your pantry, this could mean disposing of all contaminated food and wiping down surfaces to remove debris. In your closet, the exterminator may recommend pulling out clothes to treat the issue. Vacuuming can pick up many of the eggs and larvae to start the process of moth control.
• Moth Traps – Traps use pheromones to lure moths to them where they become stuck. Because only some moth species are attracted to the pheromones in these traps, the previous identification step is extremely important.
• Temperature Treatments – Moth larvae and eggs cannot withstand freezing temperatures, so a pest professional may also suggest temporarily storing bagged clothing in your freezer to kill any moths and then washing clothing to get rid of remnants.
  Surface Treatments – A moth control company can also apply treatments directly to affected areas or throughout rooms that are infested with mods to remove them.

The main benefit of working with a pest control company in NYC is that they will be able to provide customized moth treatments based specifically on the type of moths and the impact the infestation has had on your home, making it possible to get rid of moths as quickly and affordably as possible while limiting the chance of any additional damage. 24 Hour Pest Control NYC has all of the tools and treatments to quickly exterminate a moth infestation at your home. Contact us today to get started.