Carpet Beetle Control Melbourne
Finding small holes in woollen carpets, rugs or clothes, but no moths? It may be carpet beetles. The tiny beetles themselves are harmless, but their larvae feed on wool, silk, leather, feathers and pet hair, and they do real damage in dark spots under furniture, along carpet edges and in wardrobes. Zeropest Australia treats carpet beetles in homes across Melbourne.
Signs of Carpet Beetles
- Small, hairy, brown larvae (sometimes called “woolly bears”) along carpet edges, under furniture or in wardrobes
- Irregular holes in woollen carpets, rugs, blankets and clothes
- Shed larval skins and tiny droppings where they’ve been feeding
- Small round beetles, about 2–4 mm, on windowsills, especially in spring
Varied Carpet Beetles
The varied carpet beetle is one of the most common types in Australian homes. Adults are small and round with a mottled pattern of white, brown and yellow scales, and they’re often seen near windows because they’re attracted to light. The adults lay eggs in carpets, wardrobes and stored fabrics, and the larvae cause the damage.
How We Get Rid of Carpet Beetles
- Inspection: we find where the larvae are feeding, such as carpet edges, under furniture, wardrobes, storage areas and pet bedding.
- Treatment: we treat carpets, rugs, skirting edges, wardrobes and storage areas to kill the larvae and eggs.
- Prevention advice: how to clean, store and protect your woollens so they don’t come back.
Everyone, including children, babies and pets, can come back inside 2 hours after the indoor treatment.
How to Get Rid of Carpet Beetles: What You Can Do
- Vacuum thoroughly, especially along carpet edges, under furniture and inside wardrobes, then empty the vacuum outside.
- Wash or dry-clean affected clothes, blankets and rugs.
- Store woollens clean and in sealed containers.
- Remove old bird or wasp nests from roof spaces and eaves, which can be a source of beetles.
DIY steps help, but an established infestation usually needs a professional treatment to reach the larvae where they hide.
Guarantee
Ask us about the guarantee for your carpet beetle treatment. It’s confirmed in writing on your paperwork, subject to our guarantee terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are carpet beetles harmful?
They don’t bite or spread disease, but the larvae damage carpets and fabrics, and the larval hairs can irritate some people’s skin.
Is it carpet beetles or clothes moths?
Both damage wool. Moths leave silken webbing and you’ll often see small moths flying. Carpet beetles leave hairy larvae and shed skins. We treat both. See moth control.
What should I do before treatment?
Vacuum thoroughly, clear wardrobe floors and areas under beds, and wash or bag affected clothing.
Book Carpet Beetle Control in Melbourne
Call 1800 38 66 55, 7 days a week, or send us your details. We’ll confirm the right treatment and price before any work starts.
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