Carpet Beetle Treatment in Ealing: what we see locally
Carpet beetles are now one of the most common textile pests in London, and Ealing's older homes give them plenty of places to hide. The adults feed on pollen outdoors, then lay eggs indoors in birds' nests, lofts, wool carpets and the dust under floorboards and skirting boards.
We often find carpet beetle larvae in Ealing houses where there's an old bird's nest in the eaves or loft. The larvae, sometimes called woolly bears, move into bedrooms and wardrobes and feed on wool, fur, feathers and silk. Our treatment targets the carpets, skirting edges and gaps between floorboards where larvae hide.
Where we find carpet beetles in Ealing
- Lofts with old birds' nests: Pigeon and sparrow nests in Ealing lofts are a common source of carpet beetles.
- Edges of carpets and skirting boards: Larvae hide in the gaps between carpet edges and skirting, out of reach of the vacuum cleaner.
- Gaps between floorboards: Older Ealing houses with original floorboards collect the dust and fibres larvae feed on.
- Wardrobes and drawers: Wool and natural-fibre clothing in stored drawers attracts larvae.
Our carpet beetle treatment service covers the whole of Ealing (W3, W5, W7, W13, UB1, UB2, UB5 and UB6), including Acton, Ealing, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale, Pitshanger, Southall and West Ealing, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping carpet beetles out of Ealing homes
Remove any old birds' nests from your loft and eaves, as they're a common breeding site. Vacuum carpet edges, under furniture and the gaps between floorboards regularly, and empty the vacuum bag outside. Store wool and natural-fibre clothes in sealed bags, and check fresh flowers before bringing them indoors in spring, as adult carpet beetles feed on pollen and can come in with them.
How we treat carpet beetles
- Inspection to confirm carpet beetles and find the hotspots
- Preparation checklist for carpets, wardrobes and drawers
- Residual spray treatment of carpets, edges, voids and affected rooms
- Advice on vacuuming and storage to keep them away
Carpet Beetle Treatment prices in Ealing
Priced by the number of rooms treated. Count every room that needs treating, including living rooms. No VAT to add. More than 9 rooms? Call us for a quote.
Carpet Beetle Treatment in Ealing: your questions
How much does carpet beetle treatment cost in Ealing?
Carpet beetle treatment in Ealing costs from £295 for one room, rising to £1,095 for 9 rooms, with no VAT to add. The price is fixed before we visit, with no call-out charge.
How do I know if it's carpet beetles or moths?
Carpet beetle larvae are small, brown and hairy, and leave irregular holes. Moth larvae are white and leave silky webbing. We'll identify which you have before treating.
Will the treatment damage my carpets?
No. We use treatments designed for carpets and soft furnishings. We'll tell you how long to keep off the carpet after treatment.
Want to know the signs of carpet beetles, the health risks and how to tell them apart from other pests? Read our complete carpet beetle treatment guide or see all pest control in Ealing.