Carpet Moth Removal Newport Pagnell (MK16)
Bald patches creeping along the skirting? That’s larvae, not “old carpet.” Our Newport Pagnell team delivers proper carpet moth removal—we find the hotspots, stop the feeding, and set you up so it doesn’t bounce back.
What “Removal” Actually Means
- Confirm the pest (common/clothes moth vs. case-bearing; not carpet beetle)
- Edge-focused deep clean so treatments hit the larvae where they live
- Residual application + IGR (insect growth regulator) for full life-cycle control
- Follow-up to catch late hatchers and sign off properly
Our 4-Step Plan (Built for Wool Carpets)
- Survey & ID: check damage patterns, webbing, frass and any larval cases; map rooms and furniture lines.
- Prep & clean: slow HEPA vacuum along edges, thresholds and under large furniture; lift small rugs.
- Treat: precise residual to edges/voids and an IGR overlay to break the life cycle. Clear re-entry guidance given.
- Re-check: follow-up visit with traps/visual to ensure activity trends to zero.
On the Day — What to Expect
- Targeted applications (not a fog-and-hope). Safe once dry—pets/kids kept off until then.
- No staining: products are designed for domestic settings and applied to edges/voids.
- Practical aftercare: trap placement, storage tips for woollens, and a simple edge-vac routine.
Species We Most Often See
- Common/Clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella): golden-buff adults; fine webbing and “sand” (frass) along skirtings.
- Case-bearing clothes moth (Tinea pellionella): mottled adults; larvae carry little fibre cases—look like tiny tubes.
Both target wool and natural fibres. Synthetics are lower risk unless blended with wool.
Prevention so it Stays Solved
- Monthly edge day: crevice-tool vacuum round skirtings and under sofas/beds
- Store woollens clean in sealed boxes or vacuum bags
- Keep pheromone traps in high-risk rooms as an early warning
- Rotate/lift rugs; ventilate spare rooms
Coverage
Newport Pagnell (MK16) and nearby: Tickford End, North Crawley, Sherington, Moulsoe, Little Linford, Great Linford, Giffard Park and surrounding MK areas.
FAQs
Do I need to replace the carpet?
Usually not. Treat and clean first; only severe bald patches may need repair or a patch-in.
How fast does it work?
Feeding drops quickly once larvae contact treated edges. We return to confirm late hatchers are dealt with.
Is it safe for kids and pets?
Yes—used as directed and allowed to dry. We’ll give clear re-entry timings.
Why do infestations return?
Missed edge zones, stored woollens, and low-traffic rooms not vacuumed. Our aftercare plan covers these.