Pantry moths are small brown or grey moths that flutter out when you open a cupboard. The real problem is their larvae, which live in flour, rice, cereal, nuts, dried fruit and pet food, leaving webbing and clumps behind. In Mount Gravatt, the humid months make pantries warm and stuffy, which suits them well. Many people first notice small caterpillars crawling up the cupboard walls or across the ceiling.
The first step happens before the crew we book arrives. Go through the pantry and throw out any open or infested food, then wipe down shelves and vacuum corners, hinges and shelf supports. The crew then treats the cracks and crevices where larvae pupate, and may leave pheromone traps to monitor for any moths still flying. They can also check other cupboards and the laundry if pet food is stored there.
- Moths flying out of pantry cupboards
- Webbing in flour, rice and cereal
- Larvae crawling on walls and ceilings
- Infested pet food and stored grains
- Pupae in shelf joints and hinges
Once the pantry is clear, store dry goods in airtight glass or plastic containers rather than paper or thin plastic bags. Buy smaller amounts and use older stock first. It is also worth checking new packets when you bring them home, as pantry moths often arrive in food from the shop. A regular wipe-down of the pantry every few months makes it harder for a new problem to take hold. Homes with large walk-in pantries or bulk stores of grain for chooks may need a little more time.
You are given the price first. Call 07 3543 7770 to book pantry moth control in Mount Gravatt and we will book a local crew.
