Carpet beetles are a common household pest and can be a big hassle to get rid of. But don't worry. This blog post outlines the basics of carpet beetles and explains how you can manage them by hiring professional pest control services. Scroll down to learn more!

What Are Carpet Beetles?

Carpet beetles are small insects. They typically have mottled brown or black colouring. Adults lay eggs on carpets, furniture, clothing and other fabrics, which hatch into larvae, also known as "woolly bears." The larvae feed on fabrics, particularly those made from animal products like wool or fur.

How Do You Get Rid of Carpet Beetles?

An effective way to get rid of carpet beetles is by using professional pest control services. A licensed exterminator will come to your home and assess the situation before recommending a customised treatment plan for your specific needs.

Typically, a pest control agent will take the following steps to deal with an infestation of carpet beetles:

• Conduct an inspection of your home to identify the species of carpet beetle and determine the size of the infestation
• Provide an estimate for the treatment depending on the severity of the infestation
• Use insecticides and aerosol foggers to target adult beetles, eggs and larvae
• Apply insect growth regulators to prevent larvae from reaching adulthood
• Follow up with regular inspections and treatments as necessary

How Can You Prevent Future Problems with Carpet Beetles?

Once you have taken care of your current infestation, there are steps you should take to keep carpet beetles away in the future. Regular vacuuming is important because it helps remove any remaining eggs or larvae that may still be present after extermination. It's also important to remember that carpet beetle larvae prefer dark places such as closets or storage areas where they can hide undisturbed — so keep these areas clean.

Summary

If you find yourself dealing with a carpet beetle infestation, professional pest control services offer effective treatments that can help manage the problem quickly and easily so that you can get back to living life without worrying about pesky bugs crawling around your house all day long. While it's important to treat any existing infestations right away, preventing future problems is just as vital, so don't forget regular vacuuming and cleaning of storage areas too. With these measures in place, you should be able to keep any future infestations at bay.

For more information, contact a company like Morison Pest Management.