Pantry Pests

What is a pantry pest?

Cereal grain products and other foods stored in the home may become infested with insects. These insects are commonly known as "pantry pests." Almost all dry, stored human food products as well as dry pet food and birdseed can be infested.

Some common pantry pests:

Indian meal moths
dermestid beetles
saw-toothed grain beetles
cigarette and drugstore beetles
flour beetles
granary, rice and maize weevils
bean weevils
spider beetles

You may find various life stages (egg, larva, pupa and adult) of these insects present at the same time in infested products. These insects are able to reproduce all year round in our homes, thus infestations may be found any time of year.

The presence of small insects, moths or worms in cupboards or on counters is an early indication of an infestation Insects may be found in opened packages or containers of food and in the cracks of cupboards. Fresh, unopened packages can be infested because some of these insects can easily chew into cardboard and foil packaging. Insects can be introduced to the home with infested products.

Locating the source of the infestation is the key to managing these pests. Although this is sometimes easier said than done it is vital to success.

Are they dangerous?

Pantry pests eat and contaminate the food product they infest, making it unfit for human consumption, and can leave infested foods to crawl or fly around and become a nuisance.

How do you get rid of pantry pests?

Pantry pests may be difficult to control that’s why our service includes the necessary products and follow up visits for one fee. Our treatment methods consist of the following:

Initial Service - Detailed inspection of the interior and exterior of your home, then a targeted treatment of all areas where activity is present. Each Initial Service includes the application of seven exclusive Pest Guard steps, designed to rid your home of unwanted pests and keep them away.

Follow Up - Quarterly interior/exterior or exterior-only services will be scheduled as part of our annual Integrated Pest Management program. All Schendel Premium Care customers enjoy the benefit of our PestZero Guarantee. If pests return in between visits, Schendel returns for free.

Can I do it myself?

Due to the complexity of treatment and the time required, pantry pests are generally not a pest many people have success in eradicating. Beware when purchasing pesticides and other products online as many are not effective. Pesticides can be harmful to people and pets if they are misused or mixed improperly.

How soon can you get here?

Schendel is 100% committed helping you ASAP. In most cases, we can respond the same or very next day.

Is the treatment safe?

Schendel uses the least amount of material as possible while still resolving the problem. We utilize natural products, baits, and mechanical means as a form of treatment as much as possible. When conventional materials are required, we follow very stringent guidelines for the use of the product so that is poses no threat to people, pets or plants. All products are registered by the EPA. Our service technicians will inform you of any specific safety measures that need to be taken.

How much does it cost?

We have standard pricing for all of our pest services, based on average size homes under 3500 square feet, and where the infestation does not require more than the standard number of services. We will always make you aware of any price changes before we start your service. Sign up for your FREE quote today and see how much you can save with Schendel.

What is the warranty?

Schendel offers customers an exclusive PestZero Warranty. We will target the source and eliminate your pest problem. If pests return, Schendel returns for free. Guaranteed.

How can I prevent this in the future?

Pest problems can be difficult to prevent. Many of our clients choose to continue service with our carpenter bee services to keep pests out of their home. You can also check our Pest Prevention Tips here.

Where does Schendel service?

Schendel Pest Services provides residential and commercial pantry pest control and extermination services for Topeka, KS, Kansas City, KS, Lawrence, KS, Wichita, KS, Kansas City, MO, Springfield, MO, Phoenix, AZ, and Norman, OK.