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CARPET BEETLE
CARPET BEETLE
Carpet beetles are small, oval-shaped insects belonging to the family Dermestidae. They are common household pests that can cause damage to various items made of natural fibers, including carpets, clothing, upholstery, and stored food products. Carpet beetles have distinctive patterns on their backs, which can vary depending on the species.
Carpet beetles are active throughout the year, but they tend to be more noticeable during the warmer months. They are attracted to light and may fly into homes through open doors or windows. Once inside, they seek out suitable environments to lay eggs and feed.
Their favorite environments typically include:
- Carpets and Rugs: Carpet beetles have a particular affinity for carpets and rugs, as these provide a suitable habitat for them to live, lay eggs, and feed on natural fibers.
- Clothing and Fabrics: They can infest closets, drawers, and other areas where clothing and fabrics are stored. They are particularly attracted to items made of wool, fur, silk, or feathers.
- Upholstered Furniture: Carpet beetles may infest upholstered furniture, such as sofas and chairs, especially if they contain natural fibers or animal-based materials.
- Stored Food: Certain species of carpet beetles, such as the varied carpet beetle, are also known to infest stored food products, including grains, cereals, and pet food.
There are several types of carpet beetles, and the most common species encountered include:
- Varied Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus verbasci): Varied carpet beetles are small, round beetles with mottled patterns of white, brown, and yellow on their backs. They are one of the most prevalent species found indoors and can cause damage to carpets, clothing, and stored food.
- Black Carpet Beetle (Attagenus unicolor): Black carpet beetles are slightly larger than varied carpet beetles and have a shiny black appearance. They can infest carpets, clothing, and other natural fiber materials.
- Furniture Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus flavipes): Furniture carpet beetles are similar in appearance to varied carpet beetles but have distinct yellow and black patterns on their backs. They can infest upholstery, carpets, and clothing.
To control carpet beetle infestations, it is important to identify and eliminate their food sources and breeding areas. Regular vacuuming, proper storage of clothing and fabrics, and maintaining cleanliness in the home can help prevent and manage carpet beetle problems. In severe infestations, professional pest control services may be required to eliminate the beetles and treat affected areas.
As Smart Pest Control, we carefully carry out special spray treatments to exterminate all of insects with multiple visits to ensure customer satisfaction. After the treatments, the property should be evacuated for 5 hours and 30-60 minutes of airing out should be carried out.
