Pantry moths in the kitchen: how to get rid of them
Small moths flying in the kitchen and threads in the flour or grains? Those are pantry moths. You can do most of the work yourself, and we'll help with the rest.
Pantry moth removalprice from a photoHow to recognise pantry moths
Pantry moths come in with the food you buy and breed on the shelves.
Small moths with two-coloured wings, especially near lights in the evening.
Webbing and stuck-together clumps in flour, grains, nuts or cereal.
Small pale larvae crawl on the walls and ceiling looking for a place to pupate.
Cocoons in shelf corners, under lids and in packaging folds.
1Cupboards with food2Shelf corners and cracks3Ceiling and wallsWhy they come back
Moths often come back after a few weeks.
One forgotten packet is enough for the moths to spread again.
The larvae pupate in shelf cracks and under lids where you can't see them.
Pheromone traps catch the males but don't kill the larvae in food.
How to get rid of pantry moths
First on your own, with our tips. If that doesn't work, we treat.
Throw out all infested food, including open packets next to it on the shelf.
Vacuum the shelves, cracks and corners, then wipe with water and vinegar.
From now on, store food in tightly closing containers.
If the moths come back, we treat the shelves and cracks.
How to prepare for a treatment
If a professional treatment is needed, before the visit:
- Take all the food out of the cupboards.
- Throw out infested food.
- Clear the shelves so we can treat the corners and cracks.
We'll tell you when food can go back on the shelves.
Safety for children and petsHow much does pantry moth removal cost
The price depends on the number of cupboards.
- Treatment with professional products approved in Latvia
- Preparation list before the visit
- Advice after the treatment
- 45-day guarantee after the second treatment: if the pests come back, we treat again for free
Choose the flat size and the place, and you will see an estimated price.
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Can I sift the flour and still use it?
No, we suggest throwing infested food out. Larva remains and webbing stay in the flour.
Do pantry moths damage clothes?
No. Clothes are damaged by a different moth, the clothes moth.
Does freezing help?
Yes, uninfested food can be frozen for a few days to kill any eggs.
