Pantry Pests

What Are Pantry Pests?

Pantry Pests, also known as stored product pests, include several different beetles and moths which infest dry food products. The ones that occur most frequently in homes are the Saw-Toothed Grain Beetle, the Indian-Meal Moth and the Confused Flour Beetle.

Why Do I Have Them?

Pantry Pests will be found in such diverse products as pancake mix, cereals, macaroni, crackers, spices, pet food, birdseed, and dried fruit. Often, a food product contains eggs of these pests when it is purchased, and it is only a matter of time before their presence becomes evident in kitchen cabinets.

Are They Dangerous?

Pantry pests are generally harmless but can produce irritation or allergic reactions.

How Do I Get Rid Of Pantry Pests?

Getting rid of pantry pests can be a difficult task and should be left to a professional pest control company.  Contacting Plunkett’s Pest Control at the first sign of a pantry pest infestation is the most effective way to ensure your property is kept free of these nuisances.

Can I Do It Myself?

Do-It-Yourself pest control treatments and products are not usually effective and may contain pesticides that can be harmful to people and pets if they are misused or mixed improperly.

How soon can you get here?

At Plunkett’s Pest Control, our goal is to help you in the shortest time possible, causing you the least inconvenience, while resolving your pantry pest problems in the most cost effective manner. We make every effort to be with you the same or very next day.

How can I prevent this in the future?

Pantry pest problems can be difficult to prevent because they often come in on the food you buy.  Also getting rid of items in your pantry and cupboards that you haven’t used in a long time can help prevent stored product pests from severely infesting your home.  If pantry pests have infested your property contact Plunkett’s Pest Control.