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Preparation guide – Carpet beetles

Preparing textiles and sensitive items properly allows the technician to treat the affected areas effectively.

1

Before our visit

  • Isolate clothes, curtains, textiles and sensitive items in sealed bags.
  • Sort the items that may be affected: rugs, cushions, throws, clothes, textiles, etc.

Important · Textiles and items

Can be done between the 2 visits

Possible treatment:

  • Washing at 60°C for at least 30 minutes
  • Tumble dryer: 30 minutes on a high setting
  • Freezer: around -20°C for 5 days, for suitable items and textiles

If several visits are planned, textiles can be treated between the two visits and must be finished before the second visit.

  • Remove plants and pets when the treatment used requires it.
2

During our visit

Chemical treatment

Heat treatment

The technician chooses the appropriate method according to the level of infestation and the layout of the home.

3

After the treatment

  • Keep treated belongings in sealed bags until the end of the treatment is confirmed.
  • Put clothes and items back only when the technician tells you the treatment is complete.
  • Fill cracks and gaps that could encourage a new infestation, if necessary.
  • Follow the cleaning and airing instructions given by the technician.

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