Hello World! Welcome Friends! Pests are a nuisance, especially those that carry diseases such as flies and mosquitoes. You’ll want to keep these out of your homes for the health and safety of you and your family. But, not all pests are instantly visible.
For example, termites can happily eat the wood in your home for months or longer without you being aware they are there. It’s one of the reasons why you should find out more about having a regular pest inspection to identify any pests and resolve the problems.
In the same way, you’ll find that beetles, moths, and even rodents can attack your seasonal clothes. Because you have folded them and put them away from the season, you may not discover the issue for months.
Pre-Season Pest Check
It’s important to book a check over here before the season starts and you store your clothes. This will ensure any current pests are found and can be dealt with, minimizing the likelihood of pests destroying your seasonal clothing.
Wash & Dry First
Another thing that you should always do before storing clothes is to wash them first. This eliminates any residue that may be on the clothing and attract pests. It can even eliminate any eggs or similar things that have already been laid in your clothing.
Don’t forget, starch and fabric softeners can attract pests, don’t use them when washing clothes for storage.
Of course, after you have washed them it is imperative that you dry the clothing properly. Storing damp clothes is an invitation to almost any pest you can think of.
Repellants
For many years mothballs were deemed as the best way to keep moths and other pests away from your clothes. However, more recent research suggests that the key ingredient naphthalene can have adverse health effects.
That means you may be better off using one of the natural alternatives, such as cedar wood balls. This is known to repel pests. If you aren’t keen on the smell of cedar wood then you can add a few lavender leaves or your preferred plant to create a more inviting smell.
Plastic Containers
If you’re storing clothes then you should be putting them in clear plastic containers with airtight lids or vacuum bags. Pests can’t chew through these easily and the lack of air will help to preserve your clothes exactly as they were when you stored them.
One of the worst things you can do is use cardboard as it will rot when damp and attracts a variety of pests. It also starts to emit an unpleasant odor.
Don’t Go In the Storage
One of the worst things you can do is to open the storage during the winter and put items in and out. This risks inviting pests in and ruining your carefully stored clothing.
With just a little effort at the start (or end) of the season, you can store your clothes and keep them in perfect condition until you need them again.
Click the links below for any posts you have missed:
Things to Consider Before your Office Fit-Out
How to Store Your Stuff During a Renovation
Tips to Help Keep your House Clean and Organized
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