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Pest Name: Carpet Beetles |
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DescriptionCarpet Beetles are found inside and outside the home. Inside the home they may cause more damage to clothes and materials that the clothes moth. Outside they are sometimes found on flowers and in gardens. They can be identified by their black or white with brown or yellow patterns. |
How to Eliminate Carpet BeetlesCarpet beetles can be difficult to eliminate from the home. Infested items should be discarded or dry cleaned. Check all clothes that are taken out of storage for existence of carpet beetles or their larvae. Check pockets, cuffs and seams. Vacuum often being sure to get under baseboards, along the edges of carpeting, and under throw carpets. Discard the vacuum bag after each use or put a flea collar in the bag.
Seal valuable items in plastic bags after cleaning. Keep screens in open windows to help prevent adult beetles from entering the house. Insecticide can also be used in areas that are know to have carpet beetles. |
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