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Protect your carpets, upholstery, clothing, and health from carpet beetle infestations—trusted Ashford pest control with guaranteed results.
Carpet beetles may be small, but the damage they cause is anything but. These insects can destroy carpets, upholstery, clothing, and even insulation in your Ashford home—especially if left undetected. Whether you’re in Bearsted, Aylesford, Sittingbourne, or right here in the heart of Ashford, we provide comprehensive carpet beetle control that protects your space from these textile-destroying pests.
The varied carpet beetle, common across the UK, is notorious for laying eggs in lofts, roof voids, under furniture, or even in old bird nests tucked away beneath solar panels. The adult beetle may only live a few weeks, but the larvae—commonly called “woolly bears”—can live for up to a year, feeding on:
Wool, fur, silk, and feathers
Textiles like curtains, carpets, and clothing
Soiled synthetic fibres
Food remnants and dry goods like cereals or pet food
Once they settle in, they’re incredibly persistent—and nearly impossible to eradicate without professional pest control.
Many people don’t realise that something as innocent as fresh-cut flowers can bring carpet beetles into your home. Others report infestations beginning after a bird or wasp nest was discovered in the roof or loft. Carpet beetles can also enter through:
Open windows and doors (attracted by pollen)
Contaminated second-hand furniture
Stored clothing or textiles left untouched for months
Airing cupboards or boiler rooms
Gaps around pipework
Once inside, they quickly find materials to feed on—and start laying eggs.
Knowing how to identify a carpet beetle problem early is key. Here’s what to look for:
Bald patches on carpets or rugs
Small, irregular holes in clothing or upholstery
Accumulated cast skins from larvae
Tiny black, brown, or mottled beetles on window sills or light fixtures
Presence of larvae (4mm bristly insects) in hidden corners or under furniture
Damage along seams of clothing or soft furnishings
Increased allergy-like symptoms from airborne bristles
If you’re in Staplehurst, Sevenoaks, or anywhere around Ashford, and you’ve noticed any of these, it’s time to act.
Regions we cover: Willesborough, Finberry, Repton, Kennington, Kingsnorth, Bridgefield, Singleton, Stanhope and more
We’ve developed a proven process to locate, eliminate, and prevent further infestations of carpet beetles. Our RSPH-certified technicians deliver solutions that are safe, fast, and tailored to your property.
We inspect your entire property—kitchen, loft, under carpets, behind skirting boards, around stored textiles, and even in attics and solar panel voids. We’ll locate all activity and assess infestation risk from related pests like moths, silverfish, fleas, and even rodents.
Using professional-grade pesticide and insecticide formulations (safer for pets and children), we treat infested zones including carpets, furnishings, and hidden crevices. Cold fogging (ULV) is deployed where required to penetrate cluttered lofts and stored fabric zones.
We help you identify vulnerable areas—such as open air bricks, nests in your roof, or animal entry points—and apply residual insecticide to protect against re-entry.
In high-risk areas like Aylesford, Sittingbourne, and Bearsted, we offer scheduled follow-ups, helping ensure the larvae lifecycle is broken completely.
Innovation Pest Control is a family-run business based in Kent. We understand the unique challenges of pest infestations in Ashford homes and businesses, and treat every case with discretion and urgency. Our carpet beetle control services are available across:
Ashford, Hythe, Folkstone
Canterbury, Maidstone, Sittingbourne
And the surrounding areas
We also cover pest-related concerns involving bed bugs, moths, fleas, cockroaches, hornets, ants, flies, bees, rabbits, and rodents. We offer rodenticide treatments, bird control near solar panels, and bed inspections as part of our full-service offering.
Many DIY sprays or traps are ineffective on carpet beetle larvae, which hide deep in carpets or behind walls. Worse, some treatments can push the pests deeper into your property. Without professional-grade pesticides and thorough inspections, you’re only scratching the surface.
DIY pest control may:
Miss hidden nests or egg-laying zones
Fail to penetrate loft clutter or thick upholstery
Provide only short-term relief
Increase health risks if used improperly
Our treatments not only kill visible pests but disrupt the lifecycle at every stage—from egg to adult.
We advise the following preventive measures:
Let us help you build a proactive barrier against re-infestation.
Use our contact form or email us directly at enquiries@innovationpestcontrol.co.uk for a free, no-obligation quote. One of our expert local technicians will get back to you swiftly—often the same day.
📞 Or call us now to speak to someone in Ashford who can help today.
If you’re in Hythe, Folkestone, or anywhere around Ashford, and you’ve noticed any of these, it’s time to act.
Common causes include bird nests in lofts, open windows attracting pollen-loving beetles, old textiles, or stored food and clothing.
The larvae chew on natural fibres like wool and fur, leaving holes and threadbare patches in carpets and clothing.
They don’t spread disease like rodents or cockroaches, but the larvae’s bristles can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Professional pest control using fogging and residual insecticides is the most effective method, especially for hidden infestations.
No, but their bristles may cause skin irritation or allergic symptoms in some people.
Clean regularly, seal textiles, remove old nests, and schedule annual inspections.
DIY methods rarely address the full lifecycle. Professional help ensures a complete and safe removal.
Initial treatment takes a few hours. Full eradication can take 2–3 weeks with monitoring, depending on the infestation level.
Yes, especially in older homes or those near green areas, roof voids, or with loft insulation that birds or pests may access.
Pollen, light, woollen carpets, bird nests, and neglected textiles all serve as attraction and breeding grounds.
Yes, including upholstery, stored clothing, and natural fibre furniture.
Use HEPA-filter vacuums, dispose of hoover bags outside, launder textiles at high heat, and request a follow-up treatment.
Activity peaks in spring and summer, but larvae feed all year round, especially in lofts or behind walls.
Prices vary based on severity and property size. Contact us for a free quote.
They favour natural fibres like wool or fur-blended carpets, but will also attack synthetics soiled with food or sweat.
You can, but results are limited. Professional insecticides and fogging are far more effective long-term.
Annually at minimum, or seasonally if your property is at higher risk (e.g. pets, birds, loft voids, stored textiles).
Yes, we offer low-toxicity, environmentally responsible treatments safe for homes with children and pets.
Ready to protect your carpets, clothing, and furniture from further damage? Let Innovation Pest Control provide fast, safe, and guaranteed carpet beetle control in Maidstone.
📞 Call now or email us today to book your inspection and get expert help—before the infestation spreads.
Innovation Pest Control is a family owned and operated business based in Ashford, Kent and servicing all of Kent.