How To Exterminate Clothes Moths? 🦋 | Kirby Allison

[@kirbyallison]

Has this helped you with your Moth problems? Let us know what you think. Thanks for watching! If you haven't seen our video on How To Prevent Clothing Moths from getting into your closet watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bH7dd4x8p9uLbdk

[@dia9238]

I Feel disguasted....

[@Desaree1]

Awww love your video. I have to sub!😊

[@monicamyhre5717]

Thanks Kirby for the information on moths!

[@mfitzgerald883]

This zap bug oven is very expensive?!!!

[@mfitzgerald883]

I also queried the high temperature. Does it damage eg cashmere?

[@supersonico9364]

Actual advice starts at 5:00

[@Christina_320]

Super Sonico Thanks.

[@minhanueula.r.m.y769]

THANKSSSS

[@BigHushAffiliate]

Thanks this guys a total douch

[@voidremoved]

@@BigHushAffiliate he takes everything out of his closet but he stays in the closet

[@zaevis]

Thank you dude

[@DFelix-ir4qp]

I love in Arizona and left my wool items in my car trunk for a week. The average was about 111 degrees and the temperature in the car has been baking temperature. I think all moth dangers have been eradicated. Thanks for the video.

[@Mike-01234]

I also live in AZ and moths are a big problem as soon as it warms up. They got some of my souvenir tee shirts from baseball games. Lucky I had all my dress cloths in bags zipped up.

[@lisbetsoda4874]

@@Mike-01234 that's weird. They don't eat cotton.

[@mortonbeard2240]

@@lisbetsoda4874 I think they do. Where did you get this information? Thank you.

[@mortonbeard2240]

I'm going to try this. Thanks.

[@Baby_Tap]

@@lisbetsoda4874 they will nibble at any fabric or textile, they just tend to go for natural fibres more readily.

[@sajahf]

Excellent advice. Wish I'd watched this before I first got a moth problem. Once you have them, I find you have to be using these techniques a couple of times every year

[@11ogud11]

Hey there I love your video! Just a point though - the moths don’t do any eating (it’s the larvae that do that) so yes killing the moths is important- and catching them before they mate and the female lays her eggs is really important. But I think perhaps you should say in your video that killing the moths doesn’t solve the problem on its own - if eggs were laid then you still need to deal with them. I love the heat treatment plan which will deal with the issue. Doug

[@ArthurKegerreis]

A regular clothes dryer reaches those temperatures. While I could see how it could damage fragile clothing, the info in this video means that many clothes could simply be saved by running them through the dryer.

[@mamoschwartzman1125]

How do I get rid of moths in my carpet? I have 2 beautiful carpets about 5x7 & 8x9. I noticed a couple of areas where there are holes. With further inspection it appears the fibers will just peel away. Help, they are from the Indich collection. Also I live in Honolulu.

[@Lily235]

The picture of a moth next to the holes is NOT a clothes eating moth.

[@PeterJavea]

You are probable right, but his solution is good for me. Thanks

[@Lily235]

@@PeterJavea so you bought his box and it worked for you? I think it’s misleading.

[@j.ksmith7432]

Ha! Brilliant! I hadn’t even started the video off before I saw your comment, not the best start! 😂

[@Kumofan]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@Lily235probably just a stock photo. The box should work, but steaming or freezing for 72+ hours will work just as well & be cheaper. If you’re brave enough, an oven could probably do the job of his heat box lol. Not the most practical for home use-I think he assumes everyone has as large a closet as him. Cedar essential oils, especially eastern red cedar (which is ironically juniper), are probably a better long term preventative solution than the moth trap, as they repel rather than attract moths.

[@Lily235]

@@KumofanOther solutions that have worked for me. Put all your clothes and shoes in black garbage bags in a hot car or direct sunlight for 12 hours. Use a hot dryer for clothes that can handle it. Dry cleaning. Vacuuming and steam cleaning all crevices of your closet. I also found these low odor moth balls available in the UK.

[@adrielrowley]

Will say again in case one watches this and not the other presentation. Another prevention is when bringing in groceries, any grains brought in, for example flour, are frozen immediately or put into solid plastic containers with airtight lids. Often grains already contain the eggs just waiting to hatch. Hope this helps.

[@pato2200]

To avoid months. Just stop buying groceries and stop eating.

[@hundredsofsparrows916]

@@pato2200 Also, stop wearing clothes. Potentially better just to merge with nature completely. Then, you won't have to worry about them getting into your home, clothing or into your food. Solved! I think we're ready to make a KZbin video Pat O! 😎

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

And dog food!! Never, EVER bring in any type of dog food anything into the house! Leave it in the car. Then unwrap out there

[@Lily235]

This has nothing to do with pantry moths.

[@adrielrowley]

@@Lily235 Whee! Going back in time! Pantry moths eat woolen items too.

[@audrey3432]

I bought 3 of these for my work we have been bringing the temperature to 140°f for 30 mins and we are still finding the moths alive. Do you have any advice?

[@rukkay3708]

Do you have a update?

[@eugeniebreida1583]

Hi Audrey - Did you finally exterminate your moth infestation?? (how? thnks)

[@theilluminati682]

LOL, the dude is replying to all comments- but they have to be positive and related to the garbage he sells.

[@grayautumnday]

Most of those granules are listed in peer reviewed research as frass (poop) and not eggs. Just fyi. I’m sure there’s eggs in there, though.

[@MrGeoffrey1998]

Fingers crossed it'll work, i have wholes on my coton t-shirts (only t-shirt even if it's on the same shelf). Even if i wear them a lot, sometimes it even happens after i washed them, new holes.. the washing machine is brand new and doesn't have anything sharp, though i dry my clothes outside sometimes at night so that can explain.. 200€ of shirts dead in 1 year xD

[@joeblack1847]

Even coton clothes ?? Holy crap

[@debraramer1734]

I have also sprayed garments with bug spray and washed and dried cloths and still the moths are alive. I'm so tired of fighting these things. Please help!

[@ambiguous8661]

Put the infected item in boiling hot or very recently boiled water

[@sambedard-bs8fb]

@@ambiguous8661that will shrink clothes made of wool and cashmere to doll size

[@tia8007]

How do you get out moths that are trapped in clothes that you can literally see coming out of your clothes?

[@thepanel2935]

You sell a pheromone-based moth catcher. Wouldn't it be better to *_repel_* rather than attract moths, even if they're going into a trap?

[@stoneschanify]

Yeah when you repel an insect in your home where do you think it’s going to go? On vacation? Smh

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

I have at least two of these types. I've killed more with my bare hands than with the stupid traps. I've caught ZERO in the traps. Two different types.

[@thepanel2935]

@@stoneschanify anywhere as long as it’s away from my stuff

[@mulliganstew72]

Good point. Those traps don’t work anyway

[@eugeniebreida1583]

I would place the traps in the garden, Outside!!

[@eijonasson]

Thank you for the frank information. I dread dry cleaners as they are not all the same. Have had exquisite clothes ruined. Great video thank you.

[@LuisMartinez-kg3nq]

Will putting up cedar boards on the walls of your closet get rid of the Moths.

[@wross5961]

maybe if you sand it regular to release scent

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

Nope.

[@cliffjohnsen6055]

Ah, and when folks ask about your scent, tell them it is a new French Perfume called Eau De Hamspter Cage!!!

[@MeRia035]

I used the pheromone traps and it only attracted a massive amount of outside moths to the windows. It was like the movie "The Birds" only these were creepy moths. It was quite terrifying. Never any moths in the traps though. I won't try that again. My moth problem is in two large wool area rugs. Currently using food grade diatomaceous earth and it's working. (You have to sprinkle it on and rub it into the rug) Leaving it on the rugs for 3-4 days. Vacuuming and reapplying Hopefully then take one to the cleaner. The other rug is destroyed but no big deal, it's just a thing. But the space heater idea is a great one. Thank you!

[@Oakleaf700]

Agree on pheromone traps....I bought a load from ebay..and never seen so many! I don't use them now. They were literally coming in under window sashes. I did have them stuck to the traps however, bronze coloured things, maybe 7mm long.

[@MeRia035]

@@Oakleaf700 oh ugh! Sorry to hear of that. These are worse than fleas to get rid of. I read you can't ever get rid of them. Only try continuously to keep their numbers down. But that is near impossible when you can't find comprehensive information anywhere. My problem hasn't gone away. It's beyond severe. I've come to the conclusion that either: A. we aren't being told the whole truth about these moths. Species, life cycle, size of larvae, how and when the eggs are laid, etc. (I have discovered untruths and outright lies in this search. They can be found in the clothes you are wearing. Cedar chips, lavender, hot water washing does no good. In my situation they are in EVERYTHING. The larvae need vitamin B6 to survive longer than two weeks apparently. That is why they can survive on lint and dust as it has shed skin cells and hair. The storage bins won't protect your things. The larvae can chew through anything. They travel in search of food but i never saw that mentioned. I learned it by contacting a pest control company and had to nudge the answer out of them. The available info states the adult moth has no working mouth parts. I want to know then how are they getting out of some of these cocoons i am finding that i can't break with my fingers? Plastic, Wood, Metals. Kicking their way out? LOL) Or B. I have an additional infestation of a different, unknown similarly destructive insect. Very similar. I have a Carson Microbrite 60 - 120x magnifier. Unreal what I am finding. I've so far tried 3 magnifiers with the ability to record photos and videos but none can work with with my phone or my Chromebook. I've ordered another in the hopes of documenting to get answers. (Some university, dont recall right now which one, will sell you their study results for $30.00 which is ridiculous when they don't even preview the contents!) Best of luck!!

[@Oakleaf700]

@@MeRia035 This summer, without using pheromone traps, my moth problem isn't as severe as other years... {We are in UK} ...Our local Hardware store says moth killers are one of it's biggest sellers! The adults don't eat fibre...It is the larval stage that is is very destructive.. I saw one in the kitchen at tea time! {no wool in the kitchen}.. The National Trust/English Heritage who look after historic houses with very valuable collections in say this about Moth... www.english-heritage.org.uk/learn/conservation/clothes-moth-research/operation-clothes-moth-results/

[@Oakleaf700]

@@MeRia035 Do you live in an older house or flat?....Findings from English Heritage say that older homes were more likely to have a problem, as they have more voids, gaps in floorboards, chimneys, attics &c.. Most houses round here are 19th Century.... My son lives in a new build, and they don't have nearly such a bad moth problem. I have noticed horsehair is beloved by these pests, {on antique horse toys}so I make sure the manes and tails are sprayed with a 'safe' clothing insecticide...rugs can be treated too, but the insecticides for rugs make me cough, so I try not to use those now. Dark places, like carpet/rugs that go under heavy furniture are loved by these beasts... Mum invested in pure wool carpets in her 1840 cottage... big mistake! Moths have a field day. We cannot use effective oldskool insecticides like Napthalene any more...so the moths just laugh!....

[@Oakleaf700]

@@MeRia035 Sounds like you have the case bearing moth... I have seen these..very tough outer cases, made of the fabric they are laid in {usually tribal type rugs, horse blankets &c}

[@caroleanthony218]

Thank you for the informative video. Quick question: I noticed that you removed your shoes while “heat treating” your closet, does that mean leather items (garments, bags, etc.) will be damaged in high heat?

[@SachinMayi]

Hey Kirby I just shared a link I found interesting about how it is only the moth larvae that eat our clothes since the moths themselves don't even have a mouth - they are still the source of the problem however, great video - thank you

[@Ohceedeeme]

Have you ever heard of or encountered carpet beetle larvae? I mean this generally speaking of course. Just as these methods are effective for bed bug control, I’m assuming they would also be effective on other household pests. However, what if the infestation is widespread or in a vehicle? I’m glad that you were able to handle your matter so effectively. My best to you and yours!

[@noraackerley5344]

I have had a moth problem in various rooms and now they are concentrated in the wool carpet under my bed which is skirted and in my closet which also has wool carpet and my clothes. I see worms, crawling up the wall behind my bed and elsewhere, and they hang down from the ceiling. We are about to move and we will not be taking the carpet, but we will be taking our clothes and our curtains And I don't want to take them off with us also. How do I attack the moths under the bed besides vacuuming, which I've done and is there a product I can sprinkle on under the bed after I vacuum? This has been an ongoing problem, and it originally started upstairs when I was out of town and someone was watching my house, but never noticed that the rug upstairs was being eaten. I would appreciate any help. Nora in Houston

[@thoughtsatteatime5262]

It’s not the moths that make the holes, it’s the larvae.

[@onkall1191]

Quick question from a place in the world where using the "moths baker" would not be practical for multiple reasons: what is the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit, is 140° correct? Also, what is the required exposure time at that temperature? Thank you indeed for the enlightening video.

[@Lily235]

Follow up and tell us if it worked please.

[@thepanel2935]

Anyone who has detected or discovered a moth problem in their valuables is quickly taken aback. That is exactly what happened to me. I travel *_a lot_* and I leave most of my belongings in an off-site storage facility which I rent. Now I am facing a hefty repair bill (dry cleaning and invisible mending) on a whole heap of garments such as wool sweaters, wool scarves, wool trousers and wool suit jackets. *Can someone please give a thorough list of the types of fabrics that moths are attracted to - rayon - yes/no, polyester - yes/no, cotton - yes/no, etc...*

[@mulliganstew72]

Natural fibers, But they have no problem eating on my polyester either… Replaced a cotton shower curtain with a crappy polyester one and lo and behold there’s a moth on it…

[@Mike-01234]

They eat anything they got my souvenir tee-shirts I got from a baseball game tour I went on with a friend around the country. Some of those shirts were not even natural fibers. Best to just bag everything that cost more then $10. That's what I do now I keep closet door closed even installed a rubber seal on the bottom of the door and put in a motion light under the bulb so it goes out when not in there. I didn't think much of moths before this happened to me.

[@Lily235]

Wool-yes, silk-yes, fur-yes, hair(like natural paint brushes)-yes, shearling-yes, cashmere-yes, mohair-yes, camel-yes, lambswool-yes, merino-yes. Wool blends- yes. If they are in your home and these items are not present, they might eat leather or suede or linen but rarely. They will survive on any dust that came from the above clothing items. They may also eat through sweaty or dirty spots on your clothes because they are attracted to that. Polyester-no, rayon-no, acrylic-no, spandex-no, Lycra-no, modal-no, cotton-no, any man-made fabric-no. For crafters all yarn made of the yesses - they will eat! They will eat wool roving and felted wool items.

[@theilluminati682]

Turning off the lights, you say? Well from my own experience, the moths absolutely love the darkness.

[@dennisdunn9657]

Early in the video (or maybe another vid on this topic with the same guy) it says their life cycle is 45 days but it later says in 30 days you'll know if you're in the clear. Do they go thru bug puberty faster when it's warmer?

[@MrJamescord]

Great article, can you tell me if you purchased these heaters or rented them? What are we looking at cost wise? I will start being proactive!

[@kirbyallison]

MrJamescord We sell these on the website. Quite inexpensive. Less than $400. You can rent larger ones, but because they’re designed for entire rooms, they’re the same cost to rent, if not more.

[@theilluminati682]

quite inexpensive, less than $400 💀

[@hannahcox890]

Hi, great video! Can you please confirm it’s ok to use this method on delicate materials such as cashmere and silk? Will it cause any damage to the fabric? Thanks, Hannah

[@kirbyallison]

Yes, absolutely. All of these materials are stable under the heat we suggest in the video.

[@jamiemorison9139]

Where do I buy these heaters?

[@michaelnowak3570]

Unfortunately this does not address how the moths got there in the first place or if they will come back any time soon. In my case I think they are in the attic as I have actually seen they through out the house.

[@sh-hg4eg]

He addressed it in the previous video.

[@pumpkinpie7254]

Nothing is sacred with what I believe to be carpet beetles ... After catching one ( the size of a pea ) and in my eye's that's pretty large ... When I first found one of these insects I thought it was a Lady Bug but after closer examination was grossed out ... I live on the East Coast and this past summer never had such an issue ... Last ThanksGiving my landlord installed ( what I believe to be ) Berber carpeting ... The carpet itself is thin resembling " office type carpeting " so I'm not sure if the carpet was made to look like Berber ... I was so aggravated by these insects I was forced to have an exterminator for an estimate ... The beetle I caught I saved for the exterminator and he did identify it as such ... He told me I have to vacuum almost everything day as they breed quickly, he also told me these insects are coming from outside ( he was right on that ) as I can see them sometimes fly on the opposite side of my window, some times I'll see them on the inside of my window pane ... I don't have " moths " never ever saw one in all the yrs I'm living here but have to safely assume these so-called carpet beetles do the same damage ... Most of my tops I had to throw away and the one's that have not been damaged yet must be placed in huge blanket size Ziplock Storage bags ... I no longer have the luxury to hang my tops and have to break my back every time I need to find a top ... I have even went as far as to keep all my freshly laundered sheets in the storage size Ziplock bags and it's a hassle ... Breathing in the Raid I spray from time to time is making me ill, I can tell as feel my lymph nodes swell and hurt ( I live in a small space ) I fell defeated at this point ... It's November 2019, last night I had quickly pulled something out from my closets floor and found another carpet beetle I'M SO AGGRAVATED >:/

[@jackblack4110]

would baking wool coats in the oven also work?

[@speezygirl7496]

What space heaters do you use to treat your closet? I did not find them on your website. Can the zapp bug bag be plugged in to each its own outlet but just ordinary 110v outlets? What does it mean that these outlets need to be on different circuits?

[@michaelnowak3570]

Thank you for your informative video. I did not previously know that you had such a website. I recently discovered a few holes in a garment and it appears to be an early detection so I am encouraged. If you could let me know if you have closet heaters for rent of if I can rent the ovens and how to do that I would appreciate it. I did not readily see these on your site. Thank you, Michael in Prescott

[@bchu2879]

quick question when using the heat treatment device, doesn't this run the risk of shrinking your clothes?

[@215juliusgirl]

Why are there no answers to any questions?

[@215juliusgirl]

I have a question. Do moths lay eggs in carpet or cheap ikea-type wood? If I wanted to do this, i would think I would need to treat my bedroom as well because I have dressers, not just a closet and there is a carpeted floor. I use traps, clean and vacuum, etc. i actually bought a deep freezer, put my favorite clothes in it, kept them in there for 96 hours and then put them in airtight containers. Today when I went to get a shirt from one of these bins (which are just terrible in themselves as a way to store clothes re: finding what to wear) and a moth flies right out. Any suggestions on how to treat a larger area, like a whole top floor at this point (if they are in the carpet). I have 0 problems throwing out the wood dressers if need be.

[@KristenToner]

Hi Kirby, thanks for your video. I certainly have a webbing clothes moth problem, but the conditions in my apartment are dissimilar enough that I could use some guidance (many closets, several chests, entirely hardwood, and cats, for a start). Can I contact you (or you me) directly for your opinion? I would greatly appreciate your guidance.

[@mulliganstew72]

Same Here … Wish he could address this.

[@thepanel2935]

Are moths attracted to *_suede_* shoes? And why do leather shoes and belts attract mould? What's a preventative?

[@sh-hg4eg]

Dehumidifier.

[@thepanel2935]

@@sh-hg4eg thanks... appreciated!

[@dbongo1]

How about using a space heater in the closet, or is that too dangerous?

[@maryanngrant9489]

I own an Ozone machine. Im curious if I sealed off my heating and cooling ducts in my bedroom, and seal the door, if the lack of oxygen in the bedroom…wool rugs, quilts, would be effective. My bug guy is no help, and my bed and mattress are an issue.

[@mynawallin574]

Kirby, what is the difference between your heating box and throwing your clothes in a dryer for an hour and a half?

[@esaedvik]

No physical damage from agitation for one.

[@mynawallin574]

@@esaedvik I ran everything through the dryer. Much cheaper! No damage!

[@LucyRoseUp]

@Mynawallin574 heck of a point there.. Like I get his design Of what he hopefully had in mind and props.On the creativity of making a product but this ain't the one. I could do this with a tent and 2 space heaters, but it's only gonna really fix a small Concentrated area× if that. anything small amount of❤ items, what are you gonna slowz#ly but surely put Your whole house in there -.I don't think so. 8:59

[@anunnakimenagerie]

Dr. Killigan's pheromone moth traps work well, but hey only attract the male moths. Make sure you get the ones for clothing moths and not pantry moths.

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

I have a set of these. ZERO catches! I've caught several with my bare hands. Zero with the damn traps.

[@anunnakimenagerie]

Maybe try different locations to see if you can locate the source. Our trap that caught the most was in the hallway above the stairs in the middle of the house. Check up inside your couches. We are still trying to get rid of them... still haven't found the source of the last outbreak. Now have carpet beetles too, which are just like moths. Good luck

[@Lili-xq9sn]

​@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823there are 2 types of moths, Pantry and clothes. Buy the other type of moth trap.

[@KaylaofBunnys]

Will they come on the clothes your wearing ? Your skin and hair ? Your bedding ? I believe we have a huge problem . My in laws we moved with as both are elderly and they were flying and everywhere. I thought it was Termites, but it wasn't. A months back I saw on the wall of our home a huge freaky bug . Had no idea I put it in a jar . It had red eyes and shooting black stuff we thought was Venom Jedrastic park creature . As big as my wifes hand . My next question is . Can they cause illness ? My wife has become very sick always having allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. She always sick puking . She lost 130 for no reason . Her hair fallen out . I did not realize the holes were from this . We need our whole house treated any advice would be great

[@bettiejoe2915]

how did you fix your problem.... I HAVE THE SAME PBOBLEM... HELP ME

[@Mrgoofyoops]

I know this is late but please take your wife to a doctor, hope it gets better!

[@davidph123]

Kirby I keep my wool trousers and jacket in a plastic bag as well as a garment bag is the good enough?

[@Oakleaf700]

Beware, the blighters can still get in.... Wool needs to be dry cleansed and aired out before storing it away.. A camphor wood chest I bought once, but it makes your clothes smell of camphor....

[@monicamyhre5717]

Where can I get a zippered oven for my clothes?

[@jimmyedmondsjr9376]

I have never seen moths in my closet however I have seen carpet beetles they eat clothing also. Have you heard of them?

[@DerekNYC]

What size BuggZap would you recommend for a naughty child?

[@Dawn-k4g]

My Question is I no now it definitely a moth problem in my entire apartment 2 year I nave hole in my clothes n I feel like even on my body I feel itchy n uncomfortable my hair which is long n curly feel like o have these lil hard pieces when washing my hair can this really happen because I think I’m going crazy?

[@roblowe2797]

moth traps are expensive here, however they would be good to identify whats in the wardrobe, would it work on silverfish too? I know I got the bastards in the wardrobe

[@bobbiedunn7937]

How did you use this to heat up your closet to kill the rest of the moths?

[@CarolanneCampbell]

Where can I get the heater box for putting clothes in and getting rid of clothing moths, larva and eggs

[@n.8140]

I threw away the old clothes where the larvae (single one that's it) was as they were 15 years old. And the new clothes I put in awash with bleach and hot water. Is that gonna be enough?

[@bvc-k2523]

I understand the oven is not returnable lie, can you provide more ‘proof’ of effectiveness as this is a large investment. AlSO… will a standard US outlet handle the wattage of the ovens?

[@rdkuless]

Do moths only put holes in Wool Items..? or will you see it spread to other fabrics..?

[@sharmilacarlton3463]

Great video with awesome products and advice! Can you recommend treatments or advice for dealing with variegated carpet beetles? Are there any carpet beetle lures that work? And they are tiny, how to keep them out of woolens? Many advise “ breathable boxes and bags” but don’t say WHICH boxes ( other than cotton) are breathable and therefor more cost effective. And, what to do with oversize items like quilts etc, the cotton bags available are too small for these kingsize items Thanks so much!

[@Myrslokstok]

120F -> 50C

[@theceilidhboy]

Ummm, but he said 130F ~ 55C

[@MudlarksAlmanac]

what you are describing as 'moth eggs' next to the holes in clothing sounds more like 'frass' - the excrement from the larvae! Nasty all the same. You might see frass in the bottom of a drawer where clothes moths have been active. I have had a problem with case bearing moths in some woollen rugs, and I have just put them outside in strong sunshine, which will kill any larvae. I'm in the UK and have a constant battle against these wretched moths. They seem to be becoming more widespread here, and are also a real problem in museums and historic houses.

[@nancybakker5417]

OMG I have a studio apt. been here 6 years I have many crevices, drawers, etc. that I see them coming out of behind stacks of movies under chair, even coming out of under kitchen sink cupboard this all started with a wool area rug that a friend gave me HELP!!!!. I bought Zevo used the whole can in a couple of days and saturated the already eaten up spots on rugIt worked, but not where I didn't spray. I am somewhat overwhelmed OMG I even have a framed Breakfast at Tiffany's movie poster and 2 moths squeezed their way in between the poster and the glass HELP[!!!

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

You didn't get rid of the rug...??

[@RossAdams]

Does the heat treatment not damage the clothes?

[@thepanel2935]

*Question:* moths like darkness, or so I hear, which is how they can work in secrecy and privacy. But Kirby recommends turning *_off_* the lights. Why?

[@msmith2945]

you will notice they are attracted to light and lamps

[@LucyRoseUp]

I don't know about what Kirby's recommending what I can tell you that Is that web moth a.k.a. Cloths or carpet moths Seem to go where it is dark and undisturbed. And no, they obviously do not like the light. They also do not fly very well so if you see like a sporadic flying thing, that's probably one of them. They mainly will run and try it maybe like hop and jump if you do come across them and shine the light.. Vinegar I hear is a good killer for all phases of them.

[@zarinahussain3133]

Good video .I will buy tap I used to put all garments when is very hot day with sunny hang in my garden

[@dewibermingham816]

Showing a harmless moth will encourage people to kill them. The vast majority of moths are harmless and a beautiful part of the natural environment. Please update to explain that only the very small clothes moths need management.

[@msmith2945]

I put my cashmere sweaters in ziplock bags. how long should I keep them in the freezer

[@debraramer1734]

I have boiled some of my cloths for at least half hour and still did not kill moths. Why?

[@i.o.3563]

Nice video, thanks. I've heard lavender and cedar are not bad for preventing moths. Some lavender sachets are often offered in home decor shops. I am not sure how effective they are, but still something.

[@kirbyallison]

I.O. These items are very marginal. Yes. They may work, but cannot be relied upon alone. You also have to replace often as the aromas dissipate.

[@eqisoftcom]

It didn't work for us.

[@PeterJavea]

Going to do this today. Plus finding a moth trap

[@SHaislin2]

my car has moths. I would think in the heat of the summer they would dye but no they just keep on kicking. :(

[@kirbyallison]

Sounds impossible...

[@bettiejoe2915]

how do you get them out of your car.....

[@SHaislin2]

@@bettiejoe2915 I finally used a bug bomb. I had to do it twice. But that did it.

[@etm567]

Pheromone traps are a big help. Change them every few months. Keep them in your home all the time. And dry cleaning your whole wardrobe? Not hundreds of dollars, easily thousands. Dry cleaning costs more than your clothes did! Well, maybe not yours...

[@mscblessed1]

I have what I think are pantry moths but I opened a cabinet where I have paperwork and books stored and moths came out how do I get rid of them can I just put everything in heavy duty bags with moth balls and seal them for our protection please help me we see moths every day

[@RileyGreen-tb5fh]

How would you get rid of moths in a large couch? It seems my moth issue is all over my house not just clothing

[@goldboy150]

Vacuuming is the best solution - you just have to keep doing it religiously for a while. My main moth issue has been carpet rather than clothes. Thoroughly Vacuuming will radically decrease the egg numbers as well as larvae. It’s a long game rather than an instant solution but over some months you will fix the issue if you keep it up.

[@LucyRoseUp]

​@@goldboy150Vinegar is also helpful and carpet Moth and carp clothing mall.The same thing, so you might have carpet.Beatles, they are pretty much microscopic until enough years.Go by that you can't see them. Die tematius earth will also help

[@mfitzgerald883]

Does the heat damage cashmere or delicates?

[@lillyp6428]

Hi Kirby, How long did it take for your ZappBug to reach the required temperature? Thank you

[@kirbyallison]

Depends on the starting temperature and how large the room is. For my 100 sq foot closet, I used two to accelerate the process. You might need two or three of the heaters in order to get it where the temperature needs to be.

[@Fjord66]

Did you leave the thermometer mid closet? And take any fire hazard precautions in using the space heaters? (Are they zappbug/exterminator tool specific or did you already have space heaters?)

[@Zahra-qx4tj]

I couldn’t sleep when I saw a moth in my room how do u get it off your blanket o.O i need to sleep with a blanket

[@Oakleaf700]

The only was never to have the clothes or carpet moth in your home is to never have Natural fibres in your place......no feathers, no silk, no wool, no cotton, no linen, no cashmere, no horsehair .. Just have nylon....... yuck.

[@Oakleaf700]

Was it a clothes/carpet moth?...If a big moth, nothing to worry about.

[@johnnysutherland8807]

i have a mink fur coat that has moth in, how do i get rid of them quickly?

[@mulliganstew72]

Just reading your comment made me shutter.… please, noooo...Not the mink!!!!

[@marisastevens3690]

Good Day, can you rent these large heating pods in New England? TU

[@Iranpadeshahi]

Does it goes to hair and makes a rash ?

[@helensmith9328]

Okay…I can’t believe you asked that question! I would never have suspected that my recent super itchy scalp could be twisted to my very recent clothes moth problem. I’d love to know if that v could be because I’ve never had either problem before. Started seeing moths flying in my smaller apartment two months ago. Big problem now. Scalp started itching badly one month ago. I’m using clothes moth traps and catching a lot.

[@Iranpadeshahi]

Clothes mouth loves hair crateen/ hair scrash urse tea tree oil

[@LucyRoseUp]

Yes yes and yes . Not very many insects out there that can digest the carotene.That is in our hair and nails carpet.Beatles can also digest in the litter.Ally crawl up your body to your hair as well.As these moths that are literally just Ethan me up right now and I'll sticky.And peeling things off my face , it's disgusting.

[@LucyRoseUp]

And the rash looking thing, maybe even carpet Beatles. I know that the hairs of The Beatles that are microscopic in the first place caused by looking marks, but it's just a rash from it. However, I'm going through it right now and I believe it's due to the months don't know if they can. Cause rash too probably because the my neck and shoulders in under my back of head rashi bumpy and I can feel them moving in my hair its terrible. Vinegar will help quite a bit.There's a good video on fact VS Smith on months.About thirty five minutes from a ladyside collegeist , I would take a look at that.

[@williammcgowan974]

This was fantastic - thank you for sharing

[@TMPKNSS]

How long do moth eggs live?

[@plotus5885]

So do moths only eat Cashmere & Wool?

[@Paula-vr5rm]

Will this work with carpet beetles

[@real_fjcalabrese]

Great pocket square!

[@didididiser8287]

you can use the microwave or the freezer also.

[@kirbyallison]

Didi Didiser For small items, but that won’t work for an entire wardrobe and doesn’t take care of the environment.

[@LucyRoseUp]

​@@kirbyallison Nor does a makeshift type of heating zone I do admire your attempt at making something like this. It is a smart iyeah, probably if it is straight heat, but or maybe for there might be occasions where this could be handy but. In the long run, I think I could make a makeshift version of an.I guess closet oven.I think you call it myself with space heaters rather And I haven't looked at your site but I hear it's super duper expensive.So just wanted to sa good idea, but it is not a cure.At all temperature is not the only thing and good day sir

[@roberthernandez782]

Why do i see clothes with holes but no moths

[@jensstiller8150]

Hi Kirby, I am really interested in this moth heater. Is it possible to get it shipped to Germany and how much would it cost? Thank you in advance!

[@kirbyallison]

Good question. Big question is if it can handle 220 volts. I'll have to check.

[@jensstiller8150]

Thank you. Looking forward to hearing from you.

[@Fjord66]

So for the home design Of the home I will never have I would love to have in addition to the Japanese style bathroom that has an isolated portion for bathing that heats separately from the rest of the house I would like a little steam/sauna room somehow in there that can be used not only for me but also as a little steam sanitize bath for new clothes from vintage places so that I can heat them up to a temperature that will kill moths and any potential bugs.

[@eugeniebreida1583]

Great idea! Infrared sauna is health enhancing - am investigating for cardiovascular. Not sure it attains 130 ? But certainly one could add a supplemental space heater. However - you have put in my mind making my small bathroom the moth killing machine!

[@eugeniebreida1583]

Do you think steam heat or dry heat is safer, to not shrink/misshape delicate cashmeres?

[@nikeshahawkins9807]

I don't know if it's a moth but it's something big I don't know if it's moth but it's something big it's scary

[@wross5961]

guess stick clothes in oven at 130 degrees?

[@peterrabbit2719]

Put screens on all your windows and doors.

[@goldboy150]

…and never open the door?

[@joshharrell7892]

Recently, I had a moth attack in my closet that damaged several suits! Is there any way to repair moth damage? Each suit may have sustained one minor hole. Thanks for your advice!

[@kirbyallison]

You can contact Rave Fabricare about reweaving. The service is a dying art, and it's incredible difficult to find people any more that know how to reweave.

[@joshharrell7892]

The Hanger Project - Thanks for the response! Unfortunately, after checking their website, they require you to drop off in person any article of clothing that requires reweaving. Unfortunately, I don’t live anywhere near their business! Thanks again!

[@kirbyallison]

Call and ask for Stu. He'll take care of you.

[@Greg_Gatsby]

Thank you for this video about clothing moths. A very practical approach!

[@gordonbradley199]

I live in the UK in a high-rise. I haven't seen a winged insect in my flat for years. No moths. But my woollen clothing is being eaten to ribbons. Suits, jumpers, etc I've tried repellants. No result. Help ?

[@papercutMS]

Perhaps you have a carpet beetle infestation. We had one that destroyed some socks and sweaters. My wife went about hand inspecting wool items (found several carpet beetles among our clothing) and either tossing them or putting them in the in the freezer for a couple of days. We also set off a fogger. Have not had an issue since.

[@gordonbradley199]

Mark Shimazu Thanks very much for your response. But there is no evidence of any insect activity in my flat ever. Except my woollen clothes are being eaten. Careful examination reveals no eggs, nothing ! I'm losing irreplaceable stuff. ?????

[@kirbyallison]

Gordon Bradley Is buy a moth trap to see if that is the issue. They can go completely undetected. The buggers are impossible to see. There are also some other possibilities that I’ll look into for you. At a minimum, I’d heat treat everything. Heat kills all insects, which is what is so great about it. If your closet is large, you can call a professional to being larger heaters that are normally used to treat hotel rooms. But the heat would kill any insects, not just moths. I’d then set traps to monitor. Install an air filter maybe. And make sure I’m keeping my closet door closed and the environment as clean as possible.

[@kirbyallison]

Mark Shimazu Was there any lingering odor on your clothing?

[@mulliganstew72]

All these videos are nothing but infomercials.

[@greatboy5594]

Will Moths bite human

[@LizzyYou]

Tried calling Customer Service I cannot locate a link for the Bulk Garment BugZapper "used in your vid" I want to order it today...Thanks

[@kirbyallison]

www.hangerproject.com/zappbug-oven-clothing-moth-treatment.html

[@LizzyYou]

The Hanger Project Thanks FOUND IT💃😃 I couldn't locate it on your site before because I sort´a changed the name typing "BugZapper"😯 (No such Item located) webpages are so sensitive😃

[@skullcrusher5337]

hey u i have a moth and what does he eat?

[@mraccord92]

Is there a way of repairing minor thread damage to dress pants from moths?

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

Try cleaner can fix it..

[@jobycaldera3222]

Thank you for sharing