Carpet Beetle Treatment London
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Bald patches in a wool rug. Small holes in a jumper. Most people blame moths, but in a lot of London homes the culprit is the carpet beetle. The adults are tiny and harmless. It's the larvae, the small fuzzy brown "woolly bears", that do the eating.
Carpet beetle larvae feed on wool, silk, fur, feathers and the dust that collects under furniture and along skirting boards. They're slow, so the damage builds up over months before anyone notices, usually in a spare room or the back of a wardrobe.
How do I know it's carpet beetles and not moths?
Look at the larvae and at where the damage is. Carpet beetle larvae are short, hairy and brown, and they leave shed skins behind. Moth larvae are creamy white caterpillars that spin silky tubes. Carpet beetles also turn up on windowsills in spring, because the adults fly towards light. Moths hide from it.
Our full guide on clothes moths vs carpet beetles goes through the differences, and if it turns out to be moths, see our moth control page.
Where they come from
- Old bird nests in the loft or under the eaves. A very common source in London
- Wool carpets and rugs that rarely get moved or vacuumed underneath
- Stored clothes, blankets and cushions with wool or feather filling
- Dust and fluff in the gaps along skirting boards and under floorboards
How does carpet beetle treatment work?
We find where the larvae are living and feeding, then treat the carpets, edges, skirting gaps and storage areas in the affected rooms. If there's a source like an old bird nest in the loft, we'll point it out, because treating the room alone won't stop new beetles arriving. It's £180 for the first room and £60 for each extra room.
Carpet Beetle Treatment prices
| What | Price |
|---|---|
| First room | £180 |
| Each extra room | £60 |
| Example: bedroom and landing | £240 |
| Survey visit, if needed | £99, taken off the price if you book |
Quotes by phone, WhatsApp or our quote form are free. No extra charge for evenings, weekends or bank holidays, and you pay after the treatment. Every price is on our pricing page.
What happens on the visit
- We confirm it's carpet beetles, not moths, from the larvae, the shed skins and where the damage is.
- Carpets, edges, skirting gaps, under furniture and storage areas in the affected rooms are treated.
- We check the loft and eaves for old bird nests, a common source of carpet beetles in London.
- We tell you what to wash, freeze or throw out, and what can go back after treatment.
How to get ready
- Vacuum every affected room, including edges and under furniture, then empty the vacuum outside.
- Wash affected clothes and bedding at 60°C, or bag them.
- Clear the floors so we can reach every edge.
- Leave wardrobes and drawers open and empty.
When to call straight away
Act quickly if larvae are in wool carpets, rugs or stored clothing you care about. The damage keeps spreading slowly. Phones are answered 24/7, and our emergency pest control team can usually be with you the same day.
If they come back
Every treatment includes a free revisit if the same pest comes back to the same property within 60 days, as long as you followed our prep instructions. How the 60-day guarantee works.
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Other pests we treat across London
Ant Control
Garden ants, nests and kitchen trails, treated at the source.Bed Bug Treatment
Heat and chemical treatment, priced by the room.Cockroach Control
German and oriental cockroaches in flats, homes and food premises.Flea Control
The whole property treated, not just the pets.Mice Control
Mouse treatment plus proofing so they stay out.Rat Control
Source investigation, bait stations and proofing.Wasp Nest Removal
Same-day wasp nest treatment across London.Moth Control
Clothes and carpet moths, wool and clothing protected.Silverfish Control
Treatment plus advice on the damp that draws them in.Spider Control
False widow specialists for homes and gardens.Pharaoh Ant Control
Specialist multi-visit baiting. Spraying makes them spread.Squirrel Control
Grey squirrels trapped out of lofts, entry points found.Commercial Pest Control
Monthly plans for restaurants, shops and offices. Cancel any time.HMO and Hostel Bed Bugs
Room-by-room bed bug plans for landlords and hostels.Frequently asked questions
How much does carpet beetle treatment cost in London?
Carpet beetle treatment is £180 for the first room and £60 for each extra room. A bedroom plus a landing is £240. Quotes are free and you pay after the treatment.
Are carpet beetles harmful?
They don't bite and they don't spread disease. The larvae's hairs can irritate sensitive skin, and they damage wool, silk and fur. The real cost is ruined carpets, rugs and clothes.
Can I get rid of carpet beetles myself?
A light, early problem can be helped by vacuuming thoroughly, including under furniture and along skirting, and washing affected items hot. Once larvae are in several rooms or in carpets, professional treatment is far quicker.
Why do carpet beetles keep coming back?
Usually because there's a source nobody has found, often an old bird nest in the loft or a rarely moved rug. Treat the room without dealing with the source and new beetles keep arriving.
How do I prepare for carpet beetle treatment?
Vacuum the affected rooms thoroughly, including edges and under furniture, then empty the vacuum outside. Wash or bag affected clothes and clear the floors so we can reach every edge.
Carpet Beetles guides from our blog
Clothes Moths vs Carpet Beetles: How to Tell the Difference
Holes in your woollens but not sure what's causing them? Here's how to tell clothes moth damage from carpet beetle damage in your London home.
How Much Does Clothes Moth Treatment Cost in London?
What does professional moth treatment cost in London? A breakdown of pricing factors, typical ranges, and what's included in a proper treatment.
How to Tell If You Have a Clothes Moth Infestation
Holes in your jumpers or patches worn from your carpet? Here's how to identify a clothes moth infestation in your London home before it spreads.
Carpet Beetle Treatment across Greater London
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