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Combined pantry plus clothes moth treatment from $220.<\/span>\n\n<div style=\"background:var(--bg2);border-bottom:1px solid var(--border)\"><div class=\"wrap\"><nav class=\"bc\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/\">Home<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/\">Pests<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><span style=\"color:var(--txt)\">Moths<\/span><\/nav><\/div><\/div>\n\n<section class=\"hero\" aria-labelledby=\"mth-h1\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"hero-in\">\n    <div>\n      <span class=\"badge rv\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M6 2L3 6v14a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h14a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6l-3-4z\"\/><\/svg>Pantry Moths &middot; Clothes Moths &middot; Source Elimination &middot; Pheromone Traps<\/span>\n      <h1 class=\"h1 rv d1\" id=\"mth-h1\">Moth Control <span class=\"g\">Brisbane<\/span><\/h1>\n      <p class=\"sub rv d2\">Two distinct moth problems need two different approaches. Pantry moths breed in dry food in the kitchen. Clothes moths breed in natural fibres in wardrobes. Identifying which one you have is the first step. From $180.<\/p>\n      <div class=\"ctas rv d3\">\n        <a href=\"tel:0406178471\" class=\"btn btn-g\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 0 1-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 0 1 4.69 12a19.79 19.79 0 0 1-3.07-8.67A2 2 0 0 1 3.6 1.21h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.72 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 .7 2.81 2 2 0 0 1-.45 2.11L8.09 9.91a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l.87-.87a2 2 0 0 1 2.11-.45 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 2.81.7A2 2 0 0 1 22 16.92z\"\/><\/svg>0406&nbsp;178&nbsp;471<\/a>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/quote\/\" class=\"btn btn-gw\">Get a Quote <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M12 5l7 7-7 7\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"hero-snap rv d2\">\n      <div class=\"hs-hd\">At a Glance<\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Pantry moths<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">from $180<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Clothes moths<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">from $180<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Combined treatment<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">from $220<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Pheromone traps<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">Included<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Follow-up<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">Included<\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- SPECIES -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"spec-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Brisbane Moth Species<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"spec-h\">Moths That Damage Brisbane Homes<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Brisbane has three moth species that cause damage inside homes. Each has a distinct food source and location. Identifying the type correctly means treatment targets the right area from the first visit.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"species-grid\">\n      <div class=\"sp rv d1\">\n        <div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M6 2L3 6v14a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h14a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6l-3-4z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n        <div class=\"sp-nm\">Indian Meal Moth (Pantry Moth)<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sp-sci\">Plodia interpunctella<\/div>\n        <p>The most common food moth in Brisbane. 8-10mm wingspan. Outer third of wings coppery-red, inner two-thirds grey. Larvae spin silky webbing inside dry food packaging. Adults fly at night attracted to light. Breeds in cereals, flour, rice, pasta, pet food, nuts, spices, and dried fruit. Often introduced in infested packaged food.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"sp-damage\">Damages food. Not fabrics.<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sp rv d2\">\n        <div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n        <div class=\"sp-nm\">Common Clothes Moth<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sp-sci\">Tineola bisselliella<\/div>\n        <p>6-8mm wingspan, pale golden-buff, no wing markings, tuft of hair on head. Avoids light and hides in undisturbed areas. Adults do not eat. The larvae eat natural fibres: wool, cashmere, silk, fur, alpaca, and feathers. Damage appears as irregular holes or patches in fabric. Most active in warm humid Brisbane conditions. Larvae can live 2-30 months in fabric.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"sp-damage\">Damages natural fibres. Not synthetics.<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sp rv d3\">\n        <div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n        <div class=\"sp-nm\">Case-Bearing Clothes Moth<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sp-sci\">Tinea pellionella<\/div>\n        <p>Similar to common clothes moth but larvae construct a portable case of fibres they carry as they feed. Damage pattern differs: irregular trails and patches where the larva has dragged its case. Found in carpets, rugs, and stored fabric. The portable case makes this species somewhat harder to treat as larvae are mobile rather than stationary in a nest site.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"sp-damage\">Damages carpets, rugs, stored fabric.<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- PANTRY MOTHS -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg2\" aria-labelledby=\"pantry-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Pantry Moth Treatment<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"pantry-h\">Pantry Moth Control: Source Elimination is Step One<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Spray treatment alone cannot eliminate a pantry moth infestation. Larvae inside sealed food packaging are not exposed to surface spray. The infested food must be found and removed before any spray treatment is applied. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/moths\/pantry-moth\/\" style=\"color:var(--g)\">pantry moth page<\/a> for full detail.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"pantry-layout\">\n      <div class=\"pl-steps\">\n        <div class=\"ps rv d1\"><div class=\"ps-num\">1<\/div><div><h3>Inspect every item in the pantry<\/h3><p>Check all grain products (cereals, muesli, oats, flour, rice, pasta), nuts, seeds, dried fruit, spices, pet food, and bird seed for webbing, larvae, or clumped material. Check products in cardboard boxes and paper bags particularly carefully.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"ps rv d2\"><div class=\"ps-num\">2<\/div><div><h3>Discard all infested products<\/h3><p>Any item showing webbing, larvae, or clumping is infested and must be discarded in a sealed bag outside the home. Do not return infested items to the pantry. Even minor visible infestation means eggs throughout the product.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"ps rv d3\"><div class=\"ps-num\">3<\/div><div><h3>Vacuum and clean all pantry shelves<\/h3><p>Vacuum all shelf surfaces and corners before treatment spray is applied. Moth eggs and larvae accumulate in shelf cracks and corners. Clean with a dilute vinegar solution to remove any residual pheromone traces that attract adult moths.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"ps rv d4\"><div class=\"ps-num\">4<\/div><div><h3>Targeted spray and pheromone traps<\/h3><p>Residual spray applied to shelf surfaces, joins, and corner edges. Pheromone traps placed in the pantry and adjacent areas to catch adult males and monitor ongoing activity. Spray and traps used together are more effective than either alone.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"pantry-note rv d2\">\n        <div class=\"pn-hd\">Foods That Pantry Moths Target in Brisbane<\/div>\n        <div class=\"pn-items\">\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Muesli, oats, cereals, and granola (most commonly infested)<\/div>\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Rice, flour, dried pasta, and breadcrumbs<\/div>\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Mixed nuts, seeds, and dried fruit<\/div>\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Imported spices and dried herbs in paper packaging<\/div>\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Pet food and bird seed in paper bags<\/div>\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Chocolate, confectionery with nut content<\/div>\n          <div class=\"pn-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg>Products in airtight glass or hard plastic are protected. Move everything to sealed containers after treatment.<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- CLOTHES MOTHS -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"clothes-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Clothes Moth Control<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"clothes-h\">Clothes Moth Control: Protecting Wardrobes and Carpets<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Clothes moth damage is often discovered weeks or months after it occurs when stored garments are retrieved. A single infested item in a wardrobe can spread to all natural fibre garments and carpets in the surrounding area.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"clothes-grid\">\n      <div class=\"cg rv d1\"><div class=\"cg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M3 9l9-7 9 7v11a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Wardrobes and stored garments<\/h3><p>Damage appears as irregular holes in wool, cashmere, and silk garments. Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas. Garments worn and laundered regularly are rarely damaged; it is long-stored items that suffer most.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"cg rv d2\"><div class=\"cg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Carpets and rugs<\/h3><p>Wool carpet and natural fibre rugs damaged along edges, under furniture, and in undisturbed corners. Edge damage is more common as these areas get less foot traffic and are rarely vacuumed with the same frequency as open floor areas.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"cg rv d3\"><div class=\"cg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Identifying clothes moth larvae<\/h3><p>Creamy white larvae (1-10mm) inside a silk case (case-bearing moth) or in a silk tube fixed to the fabric. Frass (dark pellets) and shed skins in and around the damage site confirm active larvae rather than old damage.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"cg rv d4\"><div class=\"cg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M12 5c0 7 7 7 7 7s-7 0-7 7\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Fabrics affected<\/h3><p>Wool, cashmere, alpaca, angora, silk, fur, and feathers. Cotton and linen only if heavily soiled. Synthetics (polyester, nylon, acrylic) are not targeted. Blends with significant wool content are at risk.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- TREATMENT PROCESS -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg3\" aria-labelledby=\"treat-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Treatment Process<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"treat-h\">Moth Treatment Process<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Whether pantry moths, clothes moths, or both, treatment follows the same sequence: source identification, source removal, then spray and trap placement. Treatment without source removal produces temporary results.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"treat-steps rv\">\n      <div class=\"ts\"><div class=\"ts-num\">Stage 1<\/div><div class=\"ts-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"8\"\/><line x1=\"21\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16.65\" y2=\"16.65\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Inspection<\/h3><p>Pantry and wardrobe inspected. Species confirmed. Infested food and garment items identified. Extent of infestation assessed across all susceptible areas.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"ts\"><div class=\"ts-num\">Stage 2<\/div><div class=\"ts-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M3 6h18\"\/><path d=\"M19 6v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H7a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V6m3 0V4a1 1 0 0 1 1-1h4a1 1 0 0 1 1 1v2\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Source Removal<\/h3><p>Infested food discarded in sealed bags. Infested or suspect garments isolated for hot wash or dry cleaning. Pantry shelves vacuumed. Wardrobe interior vacuumed including corners and baseboards.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"ts\"><div class=\"ts-num\">Stage 3<\/div><div class=\"ts-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M4 15s1-1 4-1 5 2 8 2 4-1 4-1V3s-1 1-4 1-5-2-8-2-4 1-4 1z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Spray Treatment<\/h3><p>Residual spray applied to pantry shelf surfaces and joins, wardrobe interior, carpet edges, and under furniture. Products selected for food area and textile safety as applicable.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"ts\"><div class=\"ts-num\">Stage 4<\/div><div class=\"ts-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"3\"\/><path d=\"M20.2 20.2a9 9 0 1 0-12.72 0\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Pheromone Traps<\/h3><p>Species-specific pheromone traps placed in pantry and wardrobes. Traps catch adult males and disrupt breeding. Provide ongoing monitoring of whether the infestation has been controlled. Replace every 3 months.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- STORAGE PROTECTION -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"storage-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Storage Protection<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"storage-h\">Preventing Moth Reinfestation in Brisbane<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Brisbane's warm temperatures allow moths to remain active year-round with no seasonal break. Without storage changes after treatment, re-infestation is likely within 12-18 months.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"storage-grid\">\n      <div class=\"sg rv d1\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"sg-txt\"><strong>Move all dry food to airtight glass or hard plastic containers.<\/strong> Cardboard and paper packaging are not moth-proof. This single step eliminates the primary pantry moth re-entry point.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d2\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"sg-txt\"><strong>Wash wool and silk garments before long-term storage.<\/strong> Clothes moths are attracted to body oils and food residues on fabric more than the clean fibre itself. Washed and dry-cleaned garments are less vulnerable.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d3\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"sg-txt\"><strong>Store seasonal wool clothing in sealed garment bags.<\/strong> Zippered garment bags prevent moth access. Cedar blocks and lavender sachets inside the bag act as deterrents. Replace cedar blocks every 6 months as the scent fades.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d4\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"sg-txt\"><strong>Vacuum wardrobe interiors and carpet edges regularly.<\/strong> Regular vacuuming removes eggs and early-stage larvae before they can establish. Pay particular attention to corners, skirting board junctions, and under furniture.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- PRICING -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg2\" aria-labelledby=\"price-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Pricing<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"price-h\">Moth Treatment Cost Brisbane<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">All prices include inspection, source identification, spray treatment, pheromone trap placement, and a follow-up visit.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"price-grid\">\n      <div class=\"pr rv d1\"><div class=\"pr-lbl\">Pantry Moth Treatment<\/div><div class=\"pr-val\"><span class=\"fr\">from <\/span>$180<\/div><div class=\"pr-nt\">Inspection, source ID, pantry spray, pheromone traps. Follow-up included.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pr rv d2\"><div class=\"pr-lbl\">Clothes Moth Treatment<\/div><div class=\"pr-val\"><span class=\"fr\">from <\/span>$180<\/div><div class=\"pr-nt\">Inspection, wardrobe and carpet edge spray, pheromone traps. Follow-up included.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pr rv d3\"><div class=\"pr-lbl\">Combined Treatment<\/div><div class=\"pr-val\"><span class=\"fr\">from <\/span>$220<\/div><div class=\"pr-nt\">Pantry and wardrobe treatment in one visit. Both trap types placed. Follow-up included.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- FAQ -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap-md\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">FAQ<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"faq-h\">Moth Control FAQ<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"faq-list\" id=\"faq\">\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What is the difference between pantry moths and clothes moths?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Pantry moths (Indian meal moth) breed in dry food (cereals, flour, rice, nuts, and pet food) and are found in the kitchen. Their larvae spin silky webbing inside food packaging. Clothes moths breed in natural fibres (wool, cashmere, silk, and fur) and are found in wardrobes and on carpet. They avoid light and hide in undisturbed areas. The two pests require different treatment approaches and different products.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How much does moth treatment cost in Brisbane?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Pantry moth treatment from $180. Clothes moth treatment from $180. A combined treatment for both issues in the same property costs from $220. All prices include inspection, source identification, spray, pheromone trap placement, and a follow-up visit.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What foods do pantry moths infest?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Pantry moths most commonly infest muesli, cereals, rolled oats, flour, rice, pasta, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, spices, pet food, and bird seed. Products in cardboard and paper packaging are particularly vulnerable. Items in airtight glass or hard plastic containers are protected. Moving all susceptible foods to sealed containers after treatment is the most effective prevention against re-infestation.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Do pheromone traps eliminate moth infestations?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Pheromone traps catch adult male moths and reduce breeding. They are a useful supplement to treatment but not a standalone control method. An established infestation also has eggs and larvae inside food or fabric that traps do not reach. Effective treatment always combines source elimination, spray, and trap placement. Traps are also valuable for ongoing monitoring to confirm whether the infestation has been resolved.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Will moths damage synthetic fabrics?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">No. Clothes moths target natural protein fibres: wool, cashmere, angora, silk, alpaca, fur, and feathers. Synthetic fabrics (polyester, nylon, acrylic) are not eaten. Cotton and linen are only occasionally affected when they are heavily soiled with oils or food residues. Pure synthetics are safe from clothes moth damage. 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