Commercial moth Control

Delivering high impact moth control services across the UK and Ireland.

Free site assessment & quote
Full coverage across UK and Ireland
Most advanced treatments used
Over a decade of commercial moth removal
BPCA & CEPA certified

Why moths are a problem

Grey and gold-looking moth, FVG region, Italy

Moths can cause significant damage to commercial environments, particularly in industries dealing with textiles, food storage, and manufacturing. Their larvae are notorious for feeding on fabrics like wool, fur, and leather, leading to costly damage to products and materials.

In food storage facilities, pantry moths can contaminate goods, leading to financial losses and potential health risks.

Moth infestations, if left untreated, can escalate quickly, compromising a business’s reputation and operational efficiency, making professional pest control services essential for effective management.

Signs of moths

Signs of a moth problem in commercial settings include:

Holes in fabrics: Damage to materials like wool, fur, or leather from feeding moth larvae.
Silk-like webbing: Found in storage areas, indicating moth larvae or cocoons.
Larvae in food: Small larvae or caterpillars visible in grains, cereals, or other dry food stuffs.
Adult moths: Seeing adult moths, especially around lights or storage areas.

Why professional treatment is the solution

Professional pest control services are crucial for effectively handling pest infestations in commercial environments. DIY methods often fail to fully eradicate pests or prevent re-infestations, as they may not address hidden breeding sites or reach all life stages. We use specialised tools, advanced treatments, and a deep understanding of pest behaviors to target pests efficiently and thoroughly.

Additionally, our professional pest control ensures compliance with industry-specific regulations and health standards, protecting your business from potential legal issues, reputational damage, and costly downtime otherwise caused by infestations.

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How we work

Want to know what to expect? Merlin offers a tried-and-tested four-stage commercial pest control process from first contact to aftercare. The table below details each of these four stages.

Contact

Call us and we will arrange for one of our technical team to talk to you.

Local experts
Nationwide coverage

Assessment

We will discuss your commercial pest problem, arrange a free survey, and provide a quote and recommendations.

Assessment at a time convenient to you
Solution tailored to your pest problem
BPCA-certified

Treatment

Our RSPH Level 2-certified technicians will come out to your business to provide your commercial pest treatment.

Treatment at a time convenient to you
Tailored treatment and effective solutions offered
Powerful non-toxic treatments available

Aftercare

We can provide you with a preventative commercial pest control service, with a schedule of visits for specified pests.

Eliminate pest problems in very early stages
Eliminate risks that may result in pest problems.
Effective & discreet solutions

Commercial industries we serve

We offer commercial pest control to businesses of all types and sizes across the UK, from major airlines and hotel chains to offices, shops and care homes. We’re experienced in the nuances of each business sector and operate quickly and discreetly to protect your business from pests. Choose a sector from the list to learn more about our unique, tailored approach.

Transport

Hospitality

Offices

Retail

Care homes

Our services

Emergency service

Do you have an urgent moth problem wreaking havoc on your business or causing revenue loss? We offer an emergency next-day pest control service. Call us today to book a discreet visit from our emergency pest control team.

Proactive pest control

Have you had a problem with different kinds of pests in the past? Don’t wait until they return. We can monitor your premises, catching and eliminating them in their infancy through our highly effective early detection and prevention program.

Why choose Merlin Environmental

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Advanced solutions

For moth infestations, professionals typically use targeted insecticides, pheromone traps, and preventive treatments. Insecticides are applied to infested areas like closets, carpets, and storage spaces to kill larvae and adults, while pheromone traps attract and capture moths, breaking their breeding cycle. Professionals may also apply preventive sprays to fabrics and storage areas, providing ongoing protection and preventing future infestations.

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No interruption

Merlin Pest Control services are specifically designed to minimise disruption to business operations. We offer flexible out-of-hours visits to ensure treatments are carried out when the premises are not busy, maintaining business continuity. Additionally, Merlin can offer discreet, unmarked vans for customers who don’t want any attention being drawn to pest control activities. This careful approach allows businesses to stay pest-free without alarming customers or interrupting daily activities, ensuring a seamless, professional experience.

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Highly effective

At Merlin, we use the most effective solutions to eradicate moths, tailored to your business’s specific needs. While we can deploy powerful insecticides for moth control, we also provide non-toxic alternatives like traps and heat, which promote a safer chemical-free environment without compromising effectiveness. whichever treatment approach you prefer, our team can adapt the treatment plan, while still achieving exceptional results.

Our accreditations

We hold ourselves to a very high standard and we have the accreditations to prove it. We pride ourselves on offering an unrivalled experience in control as well as better quality service, response, and reliability than other pest control companies.

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Have a moth problem? Speak with an expert today.

Call now: 0800 037 7332

Frequently asked questions

What does a clothes moth look like?

Clothes moths are typically about 1.5cm long and are silvery beige in colour. The females tend to make small jumps and walk along surfaces while the males fly in search of a mate. They do not fly towards light. Clothes moth eggs look like fine white dust and the larvae that emerge from these eggs look like small skinny white worms.

How quickly do clothes moths multiply?

A female moth can lay up to 400 eggs over a three week period. After she has laid her last egg, she dies. The male clothes moth will continue to mate for as long as there is warm weather. The eggs will only take a few days to hatch into larvae. This is the most destructive stage of a clothes moth’s lifecycle and can last up to two years! The larva will munch on material until it has had its fill. In the final stage of its life, it spins a cocoon where it turns into an adult moth, usually in the spring.

Where do clothes moths live?

Clothes moths love darkness, so a wardrobe, where there are lots of things to feast on is a fine prospect. As they don’t like light or movement, any type of storage facility that holds furniture, clothing or fabric items, is another favourite haunt. Clothes moths devour natural fibres. Expensive material such as cotton, silk, leather and wool are favourite egg-laying sites, where the larvae can hatch and eat to their heart’s content. If your garment has neglected stains or dried sweat patches, this makes for even more delicious feasting. Warmth is another deciding factor as to where a clothes moth makes its home. Property that is heated throughout the winter means that the larvae will survive comfortably throughout the cold season.

What are the signs of a clothes moth infestation?

Holes in your clothes, especially those made of non-synthetic fibres.
If you shop at Ebay or at charity outlets, then you could be inviting clothes moths into your home. Check for eggs and larvae and dry clean everything.
Spotting the empty cocoons. They look like whispy, white, rice-shaped pouches.
Seeing moths in your home. Clothes moths do not fly quickly so they are easily visible.

Does a moth infestation need controlling?

Clothes moths have good taste. They will go for your most expensive clothes as well as attack valuable items in your home, such as sofas and carpets.
If you are a commercial enterprise, such as a clothing retailer, a storage facility or a furniture outlet, you can lose huge amounts of stock in a very short time. Hotels and other service businesses are also at risk.
It is very difficult to control a moth infestation. The adult moths quickly become immune to aging mothballs and other more organic solutions.

When can you get here?

At Merlin, we completely understand the need for a swift response to pest control issues. We will always speak to you and find the best time for us to attend. If it's an emergency, we would expect to be there the next working day, or if we have the operatives near your business, we would attend the same day if you could accommodate this. We will always work alongside you to provide the best timings for our visits.

How much does the treatment cost?

This is dependent on the type of work and the severity of the problem. It is very difficult to give pre-pricing, even as a general guide, as the true extent of the issue will only be evident once surveyed and looked at. This is why, as a business, we do not charge for our surveys. The survey stage is also an opportunity to get to know you and your site and explore the problem. Pest control is a bespoke service; one size doesn't fit all. Each pest control offering is different, and is tailored to the site in question.

What do I have to do?

In most cases, before we attend, nothing. It’s only when we have attended the site for the in-depth, free-of-charge survey that we can recommend any points that you may need to do. This can take various forms, from a simple quick clear of clutter to removing shrubs and bushes that are providing harbourage and shelter for pests. But again, no two sites are the same, and understanding the site and its requirements is key to a successful pest control process.

How long will it take to resolve the issue?

It depends on the particular situation. We can confirm this after we have carried out a free, no-obligation site evaluation.

Are there any guarantees?

Yes. We provide either a one, or three-month guarantee depending on the treatment method used. We also guarantee that all work will be carried out by a BPCA certified pest control technician.