Moth Control Edinburgh & The Lothians
Professional Moth Treatment & Moth Control Services
Moths can cause significant damage to clothing, carpets, furnishings, stored foods, and other household materials. While adult moths are often the first sign of an infestation, it is actually the larvae that cause the damage.
At Tae A Moose, we provide professional moth control services throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians, helping homeowners and businesses identify, treat, and prevent moth infestations.
Signs of a Moth Infestation
You may have a moth problem if you notice:
- Small moths flying around your property
- Holes in clothing, carpets, or soft furnishings
- Silken webbing or cocoons
- Larvae or caterpillars in cupboards or wardrobes
- Damage to stored food products
- Shed larval skins or cases
Early identification is important, as moth infestations can spread quickly and become difficult to control without professional treatment.
Common Clothes Moth
The Common Clothes Moth is one of the most frequently encountered textile pests in UK homes.
The larvae feed on natural fibres including:
- Wool
- Silk
- Cashmere
- Fur
- Feathers
- Cotton blends
Adult moths are small and buff-coloured and are often seen flying around bedrooms, wardrobes, lofts, and other areas where natural fabrics are stored.
Brown House Moth
The Brown House Moth is often found in homes and commercial premises.
Unlike clothes moths, their larvae feed on a wider variety of materials, including:
- Cereals
- Seeds
- Dried foods
- Wool
- Leather
- Feathers
- Animal-based products
Adult moths are typically between 6mm and 14mm in length and are commonly found in kitchens, pantries, lofts, and storage areas.
White-Shouldered House Moth
The White-Shouldered House Moth is easily recognised by the distinctive white colouring around its head and shoulders.
Their larvae can damage:
- Cereals
- Seeds
- Wool
- Carpets
- Stored food products
- Cork products
These moths are often found in kitchens, food storage areas, lofts, and older buildings.
Case-Bearing Clothes Moth
The Case-Bearing Clothes Moth is a serious pest of textiles and soft furnishings.
The larvae create a protective silken case which they carry with them while feeding.
They commonly damage:
- Clothing
- Carpets
- Rugs
- Upholstered furniture
- Natural fibre materials
One of the most obvious signs of an infestation is the presence of small silken cases resembling grains of rice.
Wax Moth
The Wax Moth is less commonly encountered in homes but can occasionally be found in buildings where honeycomb, beeswax products, or old bee nests are present.
Wax moth larvae feed on:
- Beeswax
- Honeycomb
- Pollen residues
- Organic debris found within bee nests
Wax moth infestations are most commonly associated with:
- Empty bee hives
- Old honeycomb
- Roof spaces containing abandoned bee nests
- Storage areas containing wax products
Although wax moths do not typically damage clothing or household textiles, their larvae can cause extensive damage to stored honeycomb and bee-keeping equipment.
For more details or to arrange a free site visit, contact the team at Tae A Moose today
