Carpet beetles have now surpassed clothes moths as the most common textile pest in the North East of England. These tiny but destructive pests can cause serious damage to fabrics, carpets, and upholstery—often going unnoticed until it’s too late!
One of the biggest giveaways is distinct round holes in fabrics, especially along seams where threads have been eaten away. The real culprits? Their larvae, known as “woolly bears.” These tiny pests, covered in brown hairs, feed on natural fibres and can survive for months without food.
🔍 Larvae Behaviour:
Most active in October before hibernation.
Feed on feathers, fur, wool, and hair.
Take about a year to complete their life cycle.
🔍 Adult Carpet Beetles:
2-4mm long, oval-shaped, with mottled brown, grey, and cream markings.
Feed on pollen and nectar but lay eggs in bird nests, fabrics, and fluff inside buildings.
Peak activity: April, May, and June, when they search for egg-laying sites.
For the best results, proper preparation is essential before our expert carpet beetle treatment. Follow these steps:
🧹 Declutter floors – Remove toys, books, boxes, shoes, and posters.
👕 Empty wardrobes, cupboards, and drawers.
🛋 Vacuum thoroughly, focusing on carpet edges, under furniture, and upholstered items.
🔄 Clean all surfaces, including inside wardrobes and cupboards.
🗑 Dispose of vacuum bags in an outdoor bin immediately.
⚠ Cover all food, cutlery, clothing, towels, and toothbrushes.
✔ Allow the treatment spray to dry—avoid touching treated surfaces.
✔ Keep pets and children away until the area is completely dry.
✔ Reduce humidity by opening windows and increasing heat.
✔ Do not vacuum for two weeks—then vacuum daily for a week, paying close attention to carpet edges.
✔ Refrain from cleaning treated surfaces for at least a month.
✔ After one month, deep clean all areas, including cupboards, skirting boards, and hard-to-reach spaces.
Ongoing maintenance: Carpet beetles can still breed under carpets and skirting boards, so regular vacuuming is essential to prevent re-infestation.
Don’t let carpet beetles ruin your home! Pest Shield offers expert carpet beetle treatments to keep your home pest-free. Our fast, reliable, and professional service ensures complete eradication, giving you peace of mind.
📞 Call us today on 0191 7166647 for a FREE consultation or email info@pest-shield.co.uk. Let’s stop carpet beetles before they do more damage!
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