What to do if a mole appears in the house

For many housewives, the appearance of a moth becomes unexpected. The question immediately arises: where did they come from and what to do? In this article, we will tell you simple ways to get rid of annoying insects.

The reasons for the appearance of moths in the apartment

Even the cleanest housewife can have a winged insect. And the house sparkles with cleanliness, the closet is in order, but the moth still flies. In fact, the appearance of such "neighbors" does not depend on order and sparkling cleanliness.

To understand where moths come from, look where they are most concentrated, for example, in the dressing room or kitchen area. Since butterflies can feed on various food sources - wool or food.

Also, infection often occurs from neighbors. Butterflies move mainly through ventilation.

Also, a mole can be found in clothes made from natural fabrics - fur, wool and knitted items. For example, let's say you bought clothes at a summer sale and are going to wear them in the winter. They put it in the closet and forgot. And at that moment, the larvae, which were very tiny, began to feed on your new thing. Thus, the clothes are spoiled and you have found new "friends".

Old furniture can be another source of appearance. For example, you bought a used sofa. In old samples, moth filler is considered a delicacy and it readily multiplies there.

Down feather pillows can be another source of appearance. For example, lie in the closet idle.

And the last reason is carpets made of natural fabrics. Basically, such products contain 80% wool. This is an ideal food base for butterflies. Therefore, such insects appear more often in a rich house or on a carpet from the USSR.

These are the main causes of moths. Next, let's talk in detail about the food insect.

Food moth in the apartment

It is impossible to completely exclude the appearance of a moth in an apartment. Since in grocery stores you can buy an already contaminated product. And this is the manufacturer's fault, since cereals or other products can be stored loose or the packaging has been broken.

If you notice the appearance of insects in the kitchen, then the reason may be:

• semolina;
• rice;
• cereals;
• nuts;
• flour;
• milk mixture;
• dried fruits;
• animal feed;
• spices and seasonings.

Therefore, before buying, be sure to make sure that the packaging of the goods is intact, inspect for the presence of larvae. After purchase, pour the contents into a glass jar and close the lid tightly. Of course, if the larvae were still very small, then their appearance in a new container is quite possible. But this way you still have a chance not to release her. It is enough just to throw the contaminated product directly into the trash. Under no circumstances do this at home, otherwise the moth will lay the larvae again.

How to get rid of moths in an apartment

In fact, getting rid of moths is not easy. This is especially true for the wardrobe.

Forget about the fact that the moth cannot withstand too low or high temperatures, as well as about lavender. Butterflies have long adapted to these smells and have learned to survive.

Therefore, to get rid of the clothes moth wash all clothing. Especially for winter things. Pests love dirty spots and gnaw them first. Therefore, before putting the item for long-term storage, clean all the stains. If it is not possible to wash a thing at home, then take it to a dry cleaner.

Treat the cabinet with 9% vinegar and place a section or moth plate. Remember that the room is less than 15 sq.m. a large number of chemical poisons cannot be used. Otherwise, you yourself can be poisoned.

If you are a supporter of traditional methods of fighting insects, then you can put orange or tangerine peels. But they are effective only until completely dry. Replace the dry crust with a new one.

An extreme case is the use of dichlorvos. It is better to spray from a distance of at least 50 cm, then hang the clothes on air. This is necessary so that there is no strong smell. Please note that dichlorvos can stain when sprayed closely.

It is easier to remove food moths - just throw out all contaminated foods. The moth will understand that there is no more food, and it will not be able to get to other products, as a result - it simply dies of hunger.

If the mole is in the furniture, then it is worth walking with dichlorvos. But the pillows will have to be thrown away. The disgusting smell will prevent you from sleeping on this product.

It is best to vacuum carpets once a week.

Remember: clothes need to be touched at least once every two months. And not just shift from place to place, but straighten and re-fold. So you can definitely prevent the appearance of unwanted insects.