Pest Pros NWA
Beetle Control
Beetle control addresses the food sources and entry points that draw pantry and carpet beetles into your home.
Regular preventative service helps stop new beetle activity before it spreads to stored food or fabric.
Photo: Guido Bohne, CC BY-SA 2.0
Signs You Might Have a Problem
- Small holes in stored food packaging, or larvae/casings in pantry items
- Damage to wool, silk, or other natural-fiber fabric, carpet, or upholstery
- Shed larval skins collecting in corners or along windowsills
Our Process
- 01
Identification of the source — pantry beetles trace back to a specific food item, carpet beetles to a specific fabric or fiber source
- 02
Removal or treatment of the infested material along with a targeted treatment of the surrounding area
- 03
Prevention guidance on storage and entry points so new activity doesn't start from the same source
Beetles in Northwest Arkansas
Beetle problems are almost always about a specific source rather than general activity, so a treatment that only targets the beetles you see without locating the source tends to have the infestation return within weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between carpet beetles and pantry beetles?
Pantry (or grain) beetles infest stored food — flour, cereal, pet food, dried goods. Carpet beetles feed on natural fibers like wool, silk, and fur, and can also damage carpet and upholstery. They're treated differently since the source material is different.
Do I need to throw out all my pantry food?
Usually just the infested item and anything stored directly next to it. A technician can help identify which containers are affected rather than requiring a full pantry clearout.
Want the full facts on beetles and how to handle them yourself between visits? Read the full entry in the Pest Library.
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