How do I know if I have a pantry moth infestation?

The most common signs are seeing small, reddish-brown moths flying in your kitchen or finding silken webbing and tiny cream-colored larvae inside containers of flour, cereal, or pet food.

Are pantry moths dangerous to my health?

While pantry moths do not bite or transmit diseases, their larvae contaminate food with waste, webbing, and cast skins, making infested items unhygienic and unfit for human consumption.

How did pantry moths get into my home?

Most infestations begin when eggs or larvae are unknowingly brought home in contaminated dry goods from the store. Adult moths can also occasionally fly in through open doors or damaged window screens.

What is the best way to prevent pantry moths?

Store all susceptible dry goods in airtight glass, metal, or heavy-duty plastic containers. Regularly clean pantry shelves to remove crumbs and inspect newly purchased grains before storage.

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