One of the main reasons someone wants to try and fix their pest problem on their own is finances. In their mind, if they can buy a few products to try and get rid of the problem, it will save them money from hiring a professional. Sometimes this can be true! With that said, if your DIY jobs aren’t attacking your infestation at the root of the problem, you might end up spending more money trying out different solutions than you would have had you just called in a pro to begin with. Sometimes these methods eradicate only the immediate problem, where a professional would be looking for the root cause and attack the problem at its source.
Read More...If you have recently noticed little moths or beetles in or around your pantry, chances are you may have some new critter friends enjoying your dried foods!
Pantry pests typically are not dangerous or poisonous, but you don’t want to allow an infestation to grow and contaminate your food.
The most common pests that invade the pantry are moths, small beetles, and weevils. They like to feed on dried grains, cereals, flour, beans, nuts and spices. They will most likely invade foods that are not sealed well, but can also chew their way into packages.