Identification
Size: Tiny, round beetles. Larvae reach up to ¼ inch in length, adults grow to 1/16 inch.
Color: Tan with tiny black, brown, and white scales with tufts of stiff hairs on the body.
Habits
In the home, carpet beetles can be found living under carpets, rugs and in voids where hairs or dead insects have accumulated. They nest in our woolen, silk, and other natural fiber clothing.
Tips for Control
General tips for limiting infestation:
Carpet beetles require a professional HOME Pest Control inspector in order to locate the areas of infestation. However, there are some steps you can take until your fabric pest problem is under control:
• If at all possible, don’t store boxes of clothes
in the attic, garage or basement.
• If you need to store clothing in boxes, completely clean boxes before
storage and seal all corners and openings with tape.
• Clean woolen and natural fiber clothing prior to storage.
• In closets, cover natural fiber clothing with individual plastic covers.
• If possible, store clothing in large zippered plastic bags.
• Use mothballs to deter pests. However, they do leave a residual odor
that may require dry cleaningto remove.
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