General Pest Control: Guides & Tips

Articles on general pest control from the IPC team in Bangalore — identification, prevention and treatment.

Booklice (Psocids): Tiny Pale Insects in Books and Cupboards

Booklice are tiny, pale insects that appear in damp cupboards, books and stored food.

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Carpet Beetle Larvae and Skin Irritation: What Families Should Know

Some people develop itchy bumps from contact with carpet beetle larvae hairs.

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Carpet Beetles: Tiny Larvae That Damage Carpets, Fabrics and Wool

Carpet beetles are small and hide well, but their larvae can ruin natural fibres.

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Protecting Leather Bags, Shoes and Jackets From Beetles and Moths

Leather goods can be damaged by mould, carpet beetles and other pests.

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Protecting Silk Sarees and Zari Work From Pests

Silk sarees are valuable and need gentle.

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How to Store Woollens and Silk Sarees Safely in Bangalore's Climate

Bangalore's cool, damp weather means stored woollens and silks need extra care.

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Camphor in Cupboards: Does It Repel Moths and Silverfish?

Camphor fumes may deter moths and silverfish briefly in enclosed spaces, but they do not kill larvae or fix damp and food sources.

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Natural Moth Repellents: Neem, Cedar and Lavender — Do They Work?

Neem leaves, cedar blocks and lavender sachets are popular in cupboards.

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Are Naphthalene Balls Safe? Risks for Kids, Pets and Indoor Air

Seek urgent medical help if anyone swallows naphthalene. For pests in clothes, ask a professional for safer options.

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Holes in Clothes: Moth Damage or Something Else?

Moth damage shows as irregular holes in wool, silk or fur, often with webbing. Carpet beetles leave similar holes and shed skins.

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Clothes Moths: How to Identify and Stop Damage to Woollens and Silks

Small holes in woollens and silk are often caused by clothes moth larvae, not the adult moths.

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Firebrats vs Silverfish: What Is the Difference?

Firebrats are close relatives of silverfish and are often confused with them.

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