Carpet beetles are small, round beetles whose hairy larvae feed on wool, silk, feathers, fur and pet hair. In Hamilton, people usually notice them as holes in woollen clothes, bare patches in rugs, or tiny brown, bristly larvae and their shed skins along skirting boards and under furniture. Adult beetles are often seen on window sills in spring. They are common in Brisbane homes with wool carpets, older rugs and stored clothing.
The larvae do the damage, and they hide in dark, quiet spots: under heavy furniture, in wardrobe corners, along carpet edges, in stored clothes and in the roof space, where dust and debris give them food. The crew we book treats these areas inside the home and dusts the roof space where access allows. They also point out spots you may want to clean out, like old boxes of wool or stored blankets.
- Treatment of carpet edges, skirting boards and under furniture
- Treatment of wardrobes and linen cupboards
- Roof space dusting where access allows
- Tips on storing woollens and natural fibres
- Can be booked with a general pest treatment
Before the visit, vacuum carpets well, especially along the edges and under beds and couches, and empty the vacuum outside. Wash or dry clean affected clothes and blankets, then store them in sealed tubs. Clear the floors of wardrobes so the crew can reach the corners, and move storage boxes away from the walls as well.
Carpet beetles are slow to build up and slow to clear, so it can take a few weeks before you stop seeing larvae. Keep vacuuming regularly and tell the crew if you have valuable rugs or clothing. Call 07 3543 7767 for upfront pricing on carpet beetle treatment in Hamilton, and we will book a local crew.
