BEST MOTH PEST CONTROL - EL DORADO HILLS

DON’T LET MOTHS CHILL ON YOUR CLOTHS

El Dorado Hills Residential & Commercial Moth Management

About El Dorado Hills

  • Originally an important camp on the old Carson Emigrant Trail, by 1849-50 it had become the center of a mining district and the crossroads for freight and stage lines. At the height of the rush its large gold production supported a population of several thousand.

  • El Dorado Hills is an unincorporated town and census-designated place in El Dorado County, California. El Dorado Hills has high per capita incomes, low crime rates, and an area with huge economic growth have made this well-planned community a desirable destination for both families and business. Located in the Greater Sacramento region of Northern California, it had a population of 50,547 at the 2020 census, up from 42,108 at the 2010 census.

    Population: 50,553 (2023)

    Elevation: 768′

    Code: 95762

  • El Dorado Hills in El Dorado County narrowly missed the top 10, landing at No. 12 on GoBankingRates' list of rapidly growing wealthy suburbs. The Sacramento-area suburb saw a 10.86% increase in population between 2018 and 2023, the site said.

  • Located 40 minutes from downtown Sacramento and 90 minutes from Lake Tahoe, El Dorado Hills boasts acres of lush rolling hills with breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Sacramento Valley.

    El Dorado County spreads from the Sacramento area to the border of Nevada.

  • Tap water provided by EID meets stringent State and Federal requirements for health and safety. However, in-home treatment units can remove additional constituents, which may affect taste—primarily organic, and inorganic chemicals.

  • El Dorado Hills is ranked 28 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in El Dorado Hills is 120.1% of the national average.

  • There are 3 high rated restaurants: South Fork Grille, Milestone Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, and The Vine EDH.

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    El Dorado Hills

    California

    Head southeast on Stanford Ln toward Governor Dr

    0.1 mi

    Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Governor Dr

    0.2 mi

    Turn right onto El Dorado Hills Blvd

    2.2 mi

    Turn left onto Park Dr/Saratoga Way

    Continue to follow Park Dr

    Destination will be on the left

    0.2 mi

    TruSolution Pest Control

    3941 Park Dr STE 20-723, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

EL DORADO HILLS MOTH PREVENTION

Moths: Identification, Damage, and Control

Moths can be a major nuisance in homes, especially when they infest stored food or damage fabrics. There are two main types of moth infestations: pantry moths (which contaminate food) and clothes moths (which damage fabrics).

Types of Moths Found in Homes

1. Clothes Moths (Tineola bisselliella, Tinea pellionella)

  • Appearance: Small (1/4 to 1/2 inch), golden or beige with fringed wings.

  • Damage: Their larvae feed on wool, silk, fur, feathers, and upholstered furniture, leaving holes in clothing and fabric.

  • Signs of Infestation:

    • Irregular holes in clothes, carpets, and upholstery.

    • Silken cases or webbing in fabric storage areas.

    • Sightings of adult moths flying in closets or dark corners.

2. Pantry Moths (Plodia interpunctella, Indian Meal Moth)

  • Appearance: 1/2 inch long, with brown and tan wings.

  • Damage: Larvae infest and contaminate stored food, including grains, flour, rice, cereal, nuts, and pet food.

  • Signs of Infestation:

    • Webbing in food containers or packages.

    • Tiny, worm-like larvae in stored food.

    • Small moths flying around pantries or kitchens.

Prevention & Control

For Clothes Moths

✅ Regular Cleaning:

  • Vacuum carpets, closets, and furniture to remove eggs and larvae.

  • Dry clean or wash woolens and other natural fabrics before storing.

✅ Proper Storage:

  • Store wool, silk, and fur items in airtight plastic or vacuum-sealed bags.

  • Use cedar blocks, lavender sachets, or mothballs in storage areas.

✅ Eliminate Infestations:

  • Freeze infested fabrics for 48 hours to kill larvae.

  • Use pheromone traps to catch adult moths.

For Pantry Moths

✅ Inspect & Dispose of Infested Food:

  • Check food packages for larvae or webbing.

  • Discard contaminated food and clean pantry shelves.

✅ Store Food Properly:

  • Keep grains, flour, and pet food in airtight glass or plastic containers.

  • Rotate food supplies to prevent long-term storage infestations.

✅ Use Traps & Natural Repellents:

  • Pheromone traps attract and trap adult pantry moths.

  • Bay leaves, cloves, and cinnamon can help repel moths in pantries.

When to Call a Professional

If moth infestations persist despite preventive measures, professional pest control services may be needed for targeted treatments, especially for severe clothes moth damage or recurring pantry moth infestations.