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Asked by Richard from Worcester, Ma07/09/2013QHow to get rid of moths in whole house?
I ordered your pantry pest kit last week and am waiting for it to arrive. We've had moths (mostly visible during warm months) for over a year, and they're in 7 rooms on 2 floors of our house. So far, not in basement or bsmt apt that we know. We've cleaned with regular cleaners and even sprayed a mix of ammonia and water. We've put out 7 of the Revenge moth traps which we got at the local hardware store (they say 1 trap per room). We kill an average of 8 to 10 moths per day by hand. Should we get rid of the Revenge moth traps, and use only the traps in your pantry pest kit? Should we get another product to help solve this problem? Please help! ThanksAThe best tip we can give you is to catch a moth and take it to your Local Cooperative Extension office and have the Entomologist on staff identify the species. If you are using a trap that only targets a certain species of moth with its pheromone, and that's not the type of moth you have, then t…
Read Full Answer »The best tip we can give you is to catch a moth and take it to your Local Cooperative Extension office and have the Entomologist on staff identify the species. If you are using a trap that only targets a certain species of moth with its pheromone, and that's not the type of moth you have, then the traps will not work no matter how many you have or what kind. You also want to make sure you don't have too many traps up, as too many traps can cause you to not catch any moths as well. Most traps have a sexual pheromone to only attract the male moths to them to help interrupt the reproductive cycle. If there are too many traps, the air becomes oversaturated with pheromone and the moth cant tell the difference between the trap and all the other air in the room and won't be directed to the trap. The female moths will not go to the traps so you would still need to kill those that are flying around. If you identify what kind of moth you have and the traps you have ordered apply to it, then you may need to use fewer traps to avoid over-saturation. Also, you need to clean out everything, throw away any infested food, and treat all cracks and crevices of baseboards, cabinets, and furniture in the area. The larvae will normally be left in crevices and can crawl in spots hard to see. Using a crack and crevice residual spray like Cy-Kick or D-Force will help give long-term control over the babies. You can also put up Gentrol Point Source Stations to add a birth control to the mix. These will release a vapor in the air undetected by us but will affect the moths flying in the area and prevent them from creating more. You can review our article How To Get Rid of Pantry Moths for other steps for treating your home. Feel free to contact us if you have any other questions. -
Asked by Lee from Hummelstown, Pa04/28/2015QI have kitchen moths. How long is their life span? I think I found the nest in a bag of dog food.A
We would recommend discarding any opened or infested food (human or dog). Please store all items in sealed containers. You will clean all the cabinets, pantries and drawers out and wash with hot, soapy water to rid of any larvae on the shelving. After these surfaces are cleaned and dried completely,…
Read Full Answer »We would recommend discarding any opened or infested food (human or dog). Please store all items in sealed containers. You will clean all the cabinets, pantries and drawers out and wash with hot, soapy water to rid of any larvae on the shelving. After these surfaces are cleaned and dried completely, you will apply the products in our Pantry Pest Kit. The traps will lure and catch the adult males disrupting the life cycle. The crack and crevice application will offer a 4 week residual for treatment. The life span of a pantry moth varies depending on food and temperatures. The average is 8-12 weeks for one generation. Four to six generations could take residence in a home. This is from egg-adult (egg-1week, larvae-4-6 weeks, pupae- 1-2 weeks, adult 1-2 weeks). -
Asked by Gail10/20/2010QI have an infestation of very small moths in my pantry. What should I do to get rid of them?
I am getting ready to place an order for Max Force.AMaxforce bait will not work for pantry moths.The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately and thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larva (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, o…
Read Full Answer »Maxforce bait will not work for pantry moths.The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately and thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larva (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, or spices. The adult moths and wandering larva can be killed with D-Fense NXT. The active male moths can be lured and trapped with the Pro-pest Pantry Moth trap. We have put together A Pantry Pest kit that contains everything you need to get rid of the pantry moths. -
Asked by Heidi11/03/2014QConfused Flour Beetle
Reading the reviews of the product it seems people are using it to get rid of moths mostly. My problem however is confused flour beetle and I'm wondering if the same product would help with that?AThe Pantry Pest Kit is a wonderful solution for flour beetles. D-Fense NXTÂ is labeled to kill flour beetles. You will need to make sure you take out any infested food and throw away and put lids and/or bag the items that are out. You will spray this product in the cracks and crevices of the pantry …
Read Full Answer »The Pantry Pest Kit is a wonderful solution for flour beetles. D-Fense NXTÂ is labeled to kill flour beetles. You will need to make sure you take out any infested food and throw away and put lids and/or bag the items that are out. You will spray this product in the cracks and crevices of the pantry area. The traps are labeled to be used for moths as well as beetles. -
Asked by Laurie from Dallas04/07/2017QAfter applying the D-Force spray from the Pantry Pest Kit, do I need to line the shelving with cupboard liners?A
It is not required to line shelving after using any of the products in the Pantry Pest Kit, although it certainly would not hurt anything if you choose to do so. Be sure all food and food handling items are removed prior to treatment. Allow the treated area to completely dry before replacing items…
Read Full Answer »It is not required to line shelving after using any of the products in the Pantry Pest Kit, although it certainly would not hurt anything if you choose to do so. Be sure all food and food handling items are removed prior to treatment. Allow the treated area to completely dry before replacing items. -
Asked by Kim from Clifton, Nj05/20/2015QCan the Pantry Pest Kit be used for "drugstore beetle"?
I'm not sure if flour beetle and drugstore beetle are one and the same. I had a minor infestation in one cupboard inside old pasta boxes and spices (tiny, brown bug). Would this kit be useful? I am still seeing one or two here and there.AThe glue traps in the Pantry Pest Kit are not labeled to attract drugstore beetles, however the Cy Kick aerosol would kill any beetle that came into contact with a crevice it was sprayed into. You may want to get a can of the Cy-Kick by itself and Gentrol IGR Aerosol as well to help stop the reprodu…
Read Full Answer »The glue traps in the Pantry Pest Kit are not labeled to attract drugstore beetles, however the Cy Kick aerosol would kill any beetle that came into contact with a crevice it was sprayed into. You may want to get a can of the Cy-Kick by itself and Gentrol IGR Aerosol as well to help stop the reproductive cycle of any larva and adults in the infested area. -
Asked by Coleen from Christiansburg, Va11/17/2011QWill the pantry pest trap work insects that eat synthetic fabric?
I have several clothing items that are synthetic that have eaten places--not holes--but part of the fiber has been eaten. What insect does this damage and what do you have to exterminate it/them? These items were in a hanging bag storage over the spring/summer.AThe ProPest Pheronet Pantry Pest Traps will only work for Indian Meal Moths, Mediterranean Flour Moths, Almond Moths, Raisin Moths and Cigarette Beetles. If there were indeed pests damaging the clothing there should be some evidence of the insects themselves such as feces, cast skins or dead insects…
Read Full Answer »The ProPest Pheronet Pantry Pest Traps will only work for Indian Meal Moths, Mediterranean Flour Moths, Almond Moths, Raisin Moths and Cigarette Beetles. If there were indeed pests damaging the clothing there should be some evidence of the insects themselves such as feces, cast skins or dead insects. You should also note that it is usually the immature insects called larva that do most of the damage to clothing. Have you noticed small beetles or moths around the inside of your home lately? We recommend taking all of the clothes out of the storage bag and washing them and then drying the clothing on high heat. Any insects that may have been on the clothing would be killed. You should also thoroughly clean the storage bag or discard it.
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Asked by Saxby from Chicago, Il08/07/2014QNeed to use gloves or mask?
Do I need to use gloves or a face mask when applying this product to cracks and crevices in my pantry?AYes, it is recommended to wear Nitrile Chemical Resistant Gloves and a N95 Valved Respirator Mask when using Cy Kick Aerosol.
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Asked by Tom from Belleville Il06/05/2018QIs the Pantry Pest Kit recommended for flour beetles?A
The Pantry Pest Kit is a wonderful solution for flour beetles.  D-Force Aerosol is labeled to kill flour beetles. You will need to make sure you take out any infested food and throw away and put lids and/or bag the items that are out. You will spray this product in the cracks and crevices of th…
Read Full Answer »The Pantry Pest Kit is a wonderful solution for flour beetles.  D-Force Aerosol is labeled to kill flour beetles. You will need to make sure you take out any infested food and throw away and put lids and/or bag the items that are out. You will spray this product in the cracks and crevices of the pantry area. The traps are labeled to be used for moths as well as beetles. -
Asked by Teuta09/21/2017QWhat products are best to use for meal moths?A
When treating for meal moths we would recommend using our Pantry Pest Kit.  This kit contains the aerosol D-Force as well as the Pheromone Traps.  Both products are need to effectively treat and erradicate meal moths.  The aerosol can be used as a crack and crevice treatment in the emptied cabin…
Read Full Answer »When treating for meal moths we would recommend using our Pantry Pest Kit.  This kit contains the aerosol D-Force as well as the Pheromone Traps.  Both products are need to effectively treat and erradicate meal moths.  The aerosol can be used as a crack and crevice treatment in the emptied cabinets around the shelves and the traps can be used to draw in and attract and trap the moths. It is critical that you inspect the area for infested items so that you can locate and eliminate the source of the infestation. -
Asked by Carol from Pulaski02/11/2018QWill the Pantry Pest Kit traps work for bird seed moths?
I own cockatiels and my food has moths in it. I've thrown away the food but can't seem to get rid of the moths. Will the pantry moth trap work for these moths?AThe ProPest Pantry Pest Traps included in the Pantry Pest Kit will attract the most common pantry pests: Indian Meal Moths, Mediterranean Flour Moths, Almond Moths, Raisin Moths, and Cigarette Beetles. If you have one of these insects, then the traps will do a great job. Be sure that you thoroughly …
Read Full Answer »The ProPest Pantry Pest Traps included in the Pantry Pest Kit will attract the most common pantry pests: Indian Meal Moths, Mediterranean Flour Moths, Almond Moths, Raisin Moths, and Cigarette Beetles. If you have one of these insects, then the traps will do a great job. Be sure that you thoroughly clean the area, discard any infested items, and keep other dry food (for both pets and people) in airtight containers to prevent further infestation. You would use the D-Force Aerosol as a crack and crevice spray in cabinets, pantry, shelves, etc., making sure that you do not contaminate any food or utensils. Be sure that you do not use more than 1-2 pheromone traps in the entire house at one time. Be sure that you do not use any insecticides while birds are present in the room. You should not spray on bird cages or resting areas. -
Asked by Mary from Aurora08/04/2017QIs the Pantry Pest Kit safe for birds?
I have pantry moths. Is this spray safe for my birds ?AYes, D-Force which is the spray in the Pantry Pest Kit,  is safe to use around pets as long as you follow the product label instructions. Pets and people need to be out of the room while the product is being applied and can safely return as soon as it is dry. We do not recommend using insecticid…
Read Full Answer »Yes, D-Force which is the spray in the Pantry Pest Kit,  is safe to use around pets as long as you follow the product label instructions. Pets and people need to be out of the room while the product is being applied and can safely return as soon as it is dry. We do not recommend using insecticide sprays in or on any bird cages or habitats or in areas where the birds would contact the residual spray. The traps are only a pheromone and do not contain any pesticides. -
Asked by Mika from Chicago, Il08/10/2018QWhat should I use for drug store beetles!?
We threw away the dog bones they were eating but I need them gone now!AWe do not carry a trap that is specifically labeled for drugstore beetles but the Pantry Patrol Beetle Trap has been reported by some customers to lure drugstore beetles. We also recommend you purchase an aerosol insecticide such as D-Force HPX to treat all of the cracks and crevices where the…
Read Full Answer »We do not carry a trap that is specifically labeled for drugstore beetles but the Pantry Patrol Beetle Trap has been reported by some customers to lure drugstore beetles. We also recommend you purchase an aerosol insecticide such as D-Force HPX to treat all of the cracks and crevices where the larva could be developing. -
Asked by Donetta from Terre Haute, Indiana08/07/2018QWhat can I do about pantry moths? Please help!A
The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately, then thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larvae (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, or spices. You will clean all the cabinets, p…
Read Full Answer »The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately, then thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larvae (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, or spices. You will clean all the cabinets, pantries and drawers out and wash with hot, soapy water to rid of any larvae on the shelving. After these surfaces are cleaned and dried completely, you will apply the products in our Pantry Pest Kit. The traps will lure and catch the adult males disrupting the life cycle. The crack and crevice application will offer a 4 week residual for treatment. -
Asked by Noel from Bay Shore, Ny09/04/2016QWhat do you recommend for pantry moths that we have treated with only foggers for about 16 months?A
While fogging may kill moths out and about, it will not take care of the problem. The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately and thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larvae (immature moths) can usually be found in grain produ…
Read Full Answer »While fogging may kill moths out and about, it will not take care of the problem. The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately and thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larvae (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, or spices. The adult moths and wandering larvae can be killed with CY-Kick aerosol. The active male moths can be lured and trapped with the Pro-pest Pantry Moth trap. We have put together A Pantry Pest kit that contains everything you need to get rid of the pantry moths. -
Asked by Sandra from United States09/25/2014QHow to get rid of pantry moths?
My kitchen has become overrun by pantry moths. What are the steps for riding it of the pantry moths.AThe best way to get rid of pantry moths is to first discard of any open or contaminated food items. We then recommend to use the Pantry Pest Kit.
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Asked by Mo from Vienna , Va08/20/2018QWould I only need one Pantry Pest Kit?
I have only seen a few in my house a day. We just used a fogger in the kitchen and living room. Since then its been 1 and half days until we saw 3 later in the afternoon. Also do you recommend sealing gaps within the corner of our cabinets?AEach case will be different. We recommend starting out with only one Pantry Pest Kit and buying a can of D-Force Aerosol and/or ProPest Pheronet Pantry Pest Traps as needed. D-Force Aerosol offers a residual of up to 8 weeks and the ProPest Pheronet Pantry Pest Traps remain active from 4-6 weeks.
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Asked by Cheryl from Lincolnton, Ga09/25/2018QHave recently had an invasion of "pantry bugs". I keep everything sealed, but have invaded my spice cabinet.A
The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately and thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larva (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, or spices. The adult moths and wandering larva can…
Read Full Answer »The best way to eliminate pantry moths is to find the infested food items and dispose of them immediately and thoroughly clean the infested cabinet. The moth larva (immature moths) can usually be found in grain products such as pasta, rice, flour, or spices. The adult moths and wandering larva can be killed with D-Force Aerosol Spray. The active male moths can be lured and trapped with the Pro-pest Pantry Moth trap. We have put together A Pantry Pest kit that contains everything you need to get rid of the pantry moths. -
Asked by Kim from Trevose11/16/2018QWill freezing my spices for 3 days help spare them? I did order a Pantry Pest Kit.A
We recommend discarding any infested (or potentially infested) items including spices, grains, cereals, mixes etc. Store all future items in airtight containers, clean all surfaces where items were stored and dry, and apply the  Pantry Pest Kit kit products as directed.
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Asked by Angela from Dixon03/21/2019QDoes the pantry pest kit work for meal worms??A
Pantry pests include a host of unwanted guests including mealworms. These worms are usually the larval stage of flies, beetles and moths. The ProPest Pheronet Pantry Pest Traps will only work for Indian Meal Moths, Mediterranean Flour Moths, Almond Moths, Raisin Moths and Cigarette Beetles.