Carpet Beetle Pest Control in Edmonton
Adult Black Carpet Beetle (Attagenus Unicolour)
Photo courtesy of USDA ARS
The black carpet beetle (Attagenus unicolor) is the most common of the carpet beetle species in the Edmonton area. Carpet beetle larvae feed on dry animal materials such as wool, fur, silk, and dried meat. In homes, they will damage carpets, rugs, wall hangings, clothing, and wool insulation.
Savvy Pest Control Ltd. counts with state-of-the-art equipment for spraying or micro-spraying highly effective insecticides. However, other techniques may be also used in combination or separately depending on the specific case.
One of the best carpet beetle control services in town. Serving Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, and many other surrounding communities.
Understading Carpet Beetles: Life Cycle and Habits
Adult carpet beetles lay their eggs near food sources. The eggs hatch into larvae which feed on the surface of the material, or inside the material. The larvae feed for several months, then pupate. Adult beetles emerge in spring or summer. The complete life cycle from egg to adult takes nine to twelve months. Adult beetle length is 3mm – 5mm. Larvae length about 5mm.
Black Carpet Beetle Larvae (Attagenus Unicolour)
Photo courtesy of USDA ARS
Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus Verbasci) Stages: from larva to adult (left to right)
Carpet Beetle (Anthrenus Verbasci): larva (left) and adult (right)
Can You Get Rid of Carpet Beetles with Just Spraying?
Many people believe a simple spray is all it takes to handle a carpet beetle problem. However, insecticides alone will not effectively manage carpet beetles in most cases. They should only be used in combination with efforts that provide a thorough cleanout of potential breeding sites and vacuuming/removal of existing insects. Alone they will not effectively manage carpet beetles in most cases.
