Carpet Beetle Control

Varied carpet beetle (Anthrenus verbasci) is a common pest often found within UK properties; if left unchecked, the beetle’s larvae can cause significant damage to carpets, clothing, clothing,g and furniture associated with natural fibres. The larvae of the carpet beetle are commonly known as woolly bears.

For best results, users should understand the biology and behaviour of carpet beetle. Therefore, at ProPest, we have decided not to create vast amounts of text on this subject. Hence, if you wish to find out further information on this subject, Wikipedia has an enormous amount of relevant information on the biology of carpet beetles which can be found here; alternatively, the BPCA is the leading UK association for pest control-related information, including a treatment page that can be found here.

From experience, most infestations are generally linked to bird nests. Therefore, if you are only experiencing isolated issues within a property, this is always a good place to start investigating; alternatively, wasps and bees nest in a chimney seem to be a source.

Treatment will vary depending on the location of the problem; removal of nesting materials that may have initially caused the issue should be undertaken; otherwise, the problem will be guaranteed to be ongoing with little long-term control success with insecticides. After removal or for areas that have shown damage, an insecticidal spray should be used on the infested surfaces, mainly enclosed and damaged areas. Alternatively, an insect powder can be used for cracks, crevices, and areas where access is difficult.

Carpet beetle is known to have ecosystems often in inaccessible locations; users should take necessary steps to gain access to these areas when feasible, including removing carpets or opening sofas to gain internal access.

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