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Price for Fantastic Club members starts from £151 instead of £189
Effective Carpet Beetle Treatment - Hire an Experienced Exterminator in London
Carpet beetles are not the fastest breeders but once they infest your home, the damage they can cause in a short space of time could be quite substantial and most importantly, irreversible. The larvae of the insect feed exclusively on animal-based and organic products, so your natural-fibre soft furnishing and textiles are immediately put at risk.
The youngs of carpet beetles will feed on:
- Silk, leather, fur, cotton;
- Book bindings, canvas paintings;
- Upholstered items, natural carpeting, bedding, clothing;
- Synthetic rugs that have been affected by food/liquid spillages or grease stains.
Hence, if you notice traces of insect activity on your belongings, call a professional to inspect your property and determine the type of pest you've been having trouble with.
When your Fantastic pest controller arrives, he will take a look around your property to figure out what parts have been affected.
This way he will determine how to most effectively deal with the situation and if a carpet fumigation will be necessary.
The complete carpet beetle treatment – your pest control specialist will spray all affected surfaces with a powerful insecticide that has an almost instant knock-down effect.
On the other hand, the spray has a long-lasting residual effect. This means that the beetles present at your property will be exterminated along with their larvae, reducing the chances for reinfestation to a minimum for an extensive period of time.
If you choose our full service option, you will be able to request up to two additional visit by a pest technician within 3 months after the initial treatment.
So if there is still any carpet beetle activity, we can send a specialist to examine your property again and proceed with a second treatment if required.
When the service is carried out and the carpet beetles done with, your Fantastic Pest Control specialist will write down a detailed report about the treatment.
He will also offer you some useful tips on how to avoid future troubles with these nasty bugs.
Carpet Beetle Treatment Prices
The cost of carpet beetle extermination depends on the number of bedrooms in your home, the type of pricing that you choose - standard or discounted with a Fantastic Club membership, and the guarantee period. In London, the rates for the treatment are as follows:
Carpet beetle treatment prices for 1 bedroom property
| Service Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Fantastic Club | Standard | |
| Inspection (without a treatment) | £35 |
| Treatment with a 1 month guarantee** | £151 | £189 |
| Full treatment with a 3 month guarantee*** | £212 | £265 |
Carpet beetle treatment prices for 2 bedrooms property
| Service Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Fantastic Club | Standard | |
| Inspection (without a treatment) | £35 |
| Treatment with a 1 month guarantee** | £159 | £199 |
| Full treatment with a 3 month guarantee*** | £220 | £275 |
Carpet beetle treatment prices for 3 bedrooms property
| Service Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Fantastic Club | Standard | |
| Inspection (without a treatment) | £35 |
| Treatment with a 1 month guarantee** | £167 | £209 |
| Full treatment with a 3 month guarantee*** | £228 | £285 |
– Prices are applicable for residential properties only.
– All insects treatments include treatment of the affected areas only.
– No further charges go on top of the rates except parking and congestion, if applicable.
– £50 additional charge on all night jobs (night job is considered between 8pm and 5am appointment time)
- T&C and Minimum call out charges apply. When we calculate the price, we also take into consideration the area's dimensions and the time of the appointment. All prices and deals are valid for areas within M25. Note that prices may vary for areas outside of M25, call in for more details on your location.
- Currently, we don't provide membership rates for Birmingham
* Treatment with a 1-month guarantee consists of 1 major visit + 1 follow-up in a 1-month period. Please mind that a follow-up can be organised only upon your further request.
** Full treatment with a 3-month guarantee consists of 1 major visit + 2 follow-ups in a 3-month period. Please mind that follow-ups can be organised only upon your further request.
*** If your property has more than 4 bedrooms, contact us for a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are carpet beetles and do they bite?
Carpet beetles are small and round insects that also have a pair of wings. They are often mistaken for a bed bug because they are just as attracted to the CO2 that you release while sleeping, they are very good at hiding, and leave similar “bite” marks. However, the latter is just an allergic reaction that some people have as carpet beetles do not feed on human blood.
Why is my home infested with carpet beetles?
These insects can easily sneak inside your home through doors and windows, or they can be brought in with freshly cut plants or flowers. Carpet beetle infestations spread quickly and the bugs will often infest upholstered furniture, blankets, coats, pillows, clothing from various materials and, of course, carpets.
What do carpet beetles feed on?
The carpet beetle larvae diet extends beyond mere carpets. Skins, feathers, wool, furs, hair, silk, leather, seeds and other organic matter are often featured on their daily menu. Even cotton is not safe in the presence of carpet beetles, although the damage there is usually much less severe.
How long do carpet beetles live for?
Depending on their dietary habits and their environment, carpet beetles can live anywhere from 9 months to 3 years. The larvae’s pupal stage, on the other hand, lasts from 6 to 24 days.