Clothes and Carpet Moth Control

Name: Indigo Pest Control
Price range: $$$

We’re here to deal with your moth problems as quickly and discreetly as possible. Removing the stress and irritation caused by unwelcome pest infestations.

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RSPH/BPCA certified staff means we provide a safe and professional service

Clothes and Carpet Moth Control

The Common Clothes Moth

The Common Clothes Moth is 6mm – 8mm long and golden brown in colour.

They often live on woolen textiles, fabrics, carpets and rugs. Moths can be imported into properties on fabrics and soft furnishings. Although the adult moths can often be seen, it is the moth larvae/caterpillars that are causing the damage to clothes, furniture and wool mix carpets. The moth caterpillar is cream/white in colour with a brown head. Moth larvae like to live in undisturbed dark places such as on clothes in wardrobes, under furniture and skirting boards. Moth larvae will have between five and forty moults prior to pupation depending on the quality of their food. Common Clothes Moths thrive with a humidity of around 70%. In line with many insects the life cycle length of the moths is dependent on temperature with the moth eggs taking between 6 – 37 days to hatch, 60 – 200 days for the larvae to pupate and 10 – 52 days for pupal stage. The adult moths only live for a few weeks.

Besides seeing the adult moths, indicators of their presence are; small holes in fabrics, the excreta or frass of the moth larvae on clothes and carpets often mistaken for eggs, bald patches in carpet, silk trails on carpets under furniture.

Common Clothes Moth Larvae and Droppings (Frass)

The Case-bearing Clothes Moth is similar to the Common Clothes Moth, except the larvae spin a silken case around them which they carry like a snails shell.

It is important to identify sources of infestation along side any pest control treatment. These often include an old woolen jumper in a wardrobe, a carpet off-cut in a loft cupboard and areas of carpet under furniture that is rarely moved.

Once a survey of the property has been completed, gauging the extent of any infestation a tailor made program will be created to eradicate the moths. This can include a residual insecticide spray on carpets to kill the moth larvae, ULV (ultra low volume) misting treatment to kill the adult moths, void dusting and moth monitoring traps.

Indian Meal Moth

The Indian Meal Moth also known as the Pantry Moth is 8-11mm in length. The outer part of their wing is a copper / brown colour, with the inner part being a lighter grey. The mature Indian Meal Moth larvae are around 12mm in length. The female Indian Meal Moth will lay her eggs on cereals, dried fruits, edible nuts and many dry foods found in kitchen cupboards. The moth larvae can leave a silk trail over food stuffs when fully fed. The moth larvae can often be seen climbing vertical surfaces in kitchens as they look for a crack or crevice to hide in. The moth life cycle length is dependent on temperature, a full moth life cycle can take as little as six weeks. It is important to remove any infested food stuffs and then treat the area.

Members of the BPCA and PROMPT

The Pest Technician visiting your home or business will be RSPH/BPCA (Royal Society For Public Health / British Pest Control Association) qualified. Indigo Pest Control are members of the BPCA (British Pest Control Association).

The Pest Controller visiting your home or business will have BPCA – Photo I.D.

The Pest Control Specialists

Pests such as Mice, Rats and Cockroaches can spread diseases by carrying harmful pathogens. Pests like wasps, bedbugs and fleas frequently cause stress and allergies by their presence in the human environment. Squirrels, Rats and Mice can damage properties by gnawing through timbers and wires with their strong rodent teeth. Mice can contaminate working surfaces and food stuffs. Carpet pests including The Common Clothes Moth can cause expensive damage to fabrics.

We will prevent, control and solve your pest control emergency. Whether it’s a Squirrel in the attic in Sheen, Wasp nest removal in Wimbledon, a Mouse infestation in Mortlake or a Rat Problem in Richmond, we’ll make sure we leave your home a pest free zone.

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Harlequin Ladybirds

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What our customers say...

Reviews left by our customers on google.co.uk

Had a rat fall into my enclosed basement garden and get trapped. Phoned them up after googling, the call handler explained the process and quoted a fair price. The guy turned up an hour and a half later and removed the rat efficiently and quickly. Very professional, friendly, honest and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Andrew

22:36 30 Nov 23

Excellent, friendly professional company. Christian surveyed the problem, organised his equipment and the nasty little wasp nest was history. If it’s a wasp nest you need removing then these are the guys to contact!

Gordon Phillips

17:57 29 Jun 23

Imagine my horror when I found mouse droppings in my kitchen. I am so glad I used Indigo as they are wonderful. This simply super young man called Luke visited. He knew exactly what to do, laid poison and three visits later the mice have gone. He was able to work out where they were coming in and blocked up their entrance. Luke was fantastic and his mother should be very proud of him. A lovely person and in my eyes his employer should be glad to have him representing his company. I can not recommend this company more highly.

Belinda Stone

14:34 07 Dec 22

Great service from Alex. He was on time, quick and efficient and was able to get rid of the wasp nest in one visit. He was also very informative and explained the process step by step - would highly recommend.

Emma Everid

06:22 29 Jun 22

Had mice in my kitchen, office was very helpful in booking me in quickly.The guy that turned up was very knowledgeable and helped solve the problem of where they were getting in. Also followed all covid precautions.100% reccomendPROBLEM SOLVED

J Wells

23:53 22 Feb 22

I would highly recommend this company! From Vanessa, whom I initially dealt with on the phone, to Louis who came to the house and banished all traces of the wasps; I was so impressed with their professionalism, their willingness to explain their processes and their knowledge of all things wasp! Delighted I found and used this company and will definitely turn to them again if I need any pests removed.

Kirsty O'Shea

19:15 07 Sep 21

We’ve been using indigo pest control for mice problems last 5,6 years. Because our house is old, a mouse strayed into home sometimes.when I called Alex and his team quickly turned up and do the fantastic job!I highly recommend indigo pest control for good honest service!

yoko halkes

03:40 18 Aug 21

Been to my place on several occasions for different pest issues. Always professional and do a great job. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

Hannah Cameron-Grant

13:15 17 Aug 21

Louis from Indigo pest came to remove a wasps nest from the loft of my flat. He was quick, professional and put my mind at ease about the whole process. Would definitely recommend.

Tom Roe

18:11 11 Aug 21

Indigo were very helpful, respectful and genuinely wanted to help solve the rat problem I had. I felt they were really trustworthy. Thanks so much for your help.

Cathy Potter

18:34 04 Feb 21

Alex is incredibly helpful on all matters pest - he has offered useful information over the phone without pushing unnecessary services or suggesting anything that isn't required. Alex is my go to for any pest control issues.

Christian Stockmann

12:16 15 Jan 21

I requested a quote for fumigation of our rental property at the end of our lease. Alex responded almost immediately and informed me of a change in the law, making it illegal for landlords to request fumigation without evidence of infestation. We very much appreciated the information and his advice. Alex arranged for a visual inspection to be carried out, which confirmed no infestation - thereby saving us time and money. I highly recommend the company for their great communication and quick response.

Jane Vardy

10:34 02 Nov 20

We had a problem with rodents tunnelling in the front garden, so we contacted Indigo because they were local, members of a trade association and had fantastic reviews. An appointment for inspection was made speedily and Christian the pest technician turned up within the given time window. He was very friendly and efficient and in a very short time discovered how the rodents were gaining access and quickly found a solution. Simple preventative measures were put in place the same day which was a huge relief. The charges were also reasonable and the whole experience was so reassuring. Thank you

P Benny

17:32 01 Nov 20

Had a problem with bed bugs coming in from the house next door. Indigo were very professional and knowledgeable over this type of issue. Would highly recommend their service.

Calum B

15:50 17 Oct 20

Well organised and easy to be in touch with Indigo on the phone. Easy to access high gutter and roof eaves above from the outside with a long pole. 2nd day and Wasp nest seems quiet now . Thanks. Charlotte

Charlotte MacCaw

07:54 07 Aug 20

Thank you, Indigo, for your fast and effective response and action in regards to the wasp nest that has materialised in our front garden. Informative and pleasant exterminator. Learnt a lot about wasps!

Zsolt Karpati

17:49 31 Jul 20

Alex and the team have been absolutely fantastic throughout. They have been reliable, reasonable incredibly thorough. They are highly professional in their practice. I would not hesitate in recommending them.

Samantha Hewlett

20:42 16 Jul 20

Indigo dealt with a wasp nest in our garden very swiftly and efficiently. And they were very good value. I would use them again every time. In fact, I volunteered my dog for any squirrel-related jobs they might have.

Charlie Campbell

19:29 01 Jul 20

Alex and Luke dealt quickly with our problem which was (unfortunately) squirrels in our loft. They came within a day and resolved the problem after three visits, on the last one the hole allowing access into the loft was sealed. Thanks to them for their courteous and professional service.

Ian Hancock

14:11 24 May 20

Very professional and knowledgable, and really helpful even after they had left the property. Wouldn’t hesitate to use them again and definitely recommend.

Lena Vartoukian

14:43 07 Feb 20

Very professional and effective company. I have called them out on two separate occasions and both times they got results. They are extremely knowledgable and thorough whilst being very personable. Highly recommend

JENNIFER MARTIN

14:28 09 Dec 19

They are very professional and quick!I call them they identify the nest under my roof, they fixed me and give me advice.Well done, I will call them again in case.

Federica C

09:53 13 Oct 19

Would I recommend Indigo Pest Control?YES 100% without hesitation. Alex and LukeAre both amazing and very professional. I had rats in my garden and now rat free thanks to them.Well done guys.

lim clowes

07:35 12 Sep 19

Alex was brilliant, we had a difficult wasps nest to destroy. He came and assessed the nest and the approach. The actual treatment was fast and very effective. Within a couple of days we had no wasps at all. Can’t recommend them more highly.

Andrew McKinlay

15:57 29 Aug 19

Fantastic service. They were very quick to respond, same day appointment. The wasp nest was identified and treated immediately . Highly recommend them to anyone who might need.

09:08 29 Aug 19

Fantastic service. They fitted me in really quickly and were very professional and friendly, sorting the nest out immediately. Would highly recommend after using them twice now over a few years for different issues.

Kay Richmond

08:32 11 Aug 19

Excellent service, with real knowledge of eradicating mice. Have already recommended to others. Returned recently to give advice and re-bait the traps. Very happy with the service.

Rachel Allen

12:37 07 Aug 19

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