Beetles in East Sussex

Beetle infestations affect property owners in the United Kingdom. They generally affect stored foodstuffs, but can reside in various areas depending on the varieties of beetle. Foodstuffs may be contaminated with beetle eggs at any stage through the life of the item, and if left undisturbed for extended periods of time in your kitchen the eggs can hatch ultimately causing a beetle infestation. There are several beetle kinds in the UK and these will target different areas of your property. Carpet beetles consume carpets and other soft furnishings, while stored product beetles contaminate dried food in your kitchen. Most beetles are not dangerous, but can pass on diseases or germs and so any home furniture or foodstuffs that are infested might need to be removed.

The most important element to controlling a beetle infestation is accurate identification of the species of beetle. Different beetles will require different treatment procedures and you may need to target different parts of your premises. Specialist pest control firms can identify the beetle and can then agree with you a suitable approach to managing these pests. This will commonly involve spraying insecticide or applying powder insecticide to an area. If the infestation is in a kitchen area then you should be sure to utilise an insecticide that is safe for food preparation areas. Many pest control businesses also provide an education service where they will give you advice on the probable reasons for the beetle infestation and how best to prevent the issue from reoccurring.