Pantry moths are small, brownish moths often seen fluttering around Ferntree Gully kitchens in the evening. They usually come home in a packet of flour, rice, cereal, nuts, dried fruit, spices or pet food. The larvae feed on the food and spin fine webbing in packets and along shelf corners, then crawl up to the ceiling and into cracks to form cocoons before new moths hatch.
When you call, tell us how long you have seen the moths and which cupboards are affected. We give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew who treats pantry moths in local homes. The crew works on the cupboards, shelves and cracks where larvae shelter, while you deal with the food.
- A check of pantry shelves, cupboards and nearby ceilings for cocoons
- Treatment of shelf joints, hinges, cracks and cupboard corners
- Pheromone traps to track moths after the visit
- Advice on which foods to throw out and which to keep
- Tips on storing dry food in sealed containers
Before the visit, empty the affected cupboards. Throw out any food with webbing, clumps or larvae, and seal anything you keep in glass or hard plastic containers. Vacuum shelves, corners and the tracks of drawers, then wipe them down. Food packets can go into the freezer for a few days to kill any eggs before you store them again.
New moths may appear for a couple of weeks as the last larvae finish growing. Keep food sealed and check new packets when you bring them home, especially flour, nuts and pet food bought in bulk. Call 03 7053 9848 to book pantry moth treatment in Ferntree Gully.