Beetles in Ayrshire

Beetle infestations affect property owners in the UK. They usually affect stored food, but can live in several areas depending on the species of beetle. Foodstuffs may be contaminated with beetle eggs at any point through the life of the goods, and if left undisturbed for a long time in your house the eggs can hatch ultimately causing a beetle infestation. There are a variety of beetle varieties in the UK and these will target different areas of your house. Carpet beetles devour carpets and other soft furnishings, while stored product beetles contaminate dried food in the kitchen. Most beetles are not harmful, but can spread diseases or germs and so any pieces of furniture or foodstuffs that are infested might need to be removed.

The most important element to controlling a beetle infestation is correct identification of the species of beetle. Different beetles will require different treatment options and you will need to target different regions of your property. Professional pest control companies can identify the beetle and will then agree with you on the ideal approach to taking care of these pests. This will frequently include spraying insecticide or applying powder insecticide to an area. If the infestation is in a cooking area then you should make sure to work with an insecticide that is safe for food preparation areas. Many pest control companies also offer an education service where they’ll inform you of the likely causes of the beetle infestation and how best to prevent the issue from reoccurring.