Oct
12
The moth problem is still bad. We are clueless as to how to rid our home of them. Maybe once winter rolls around they will just freeze or something, although I doubt it since it's October and 80 degrees outside. The Pantry Pest glue traps are working pretty well, but they are too passive.
About a month ago, Dakota and I decided to take things into our own hands and get... fly swatters.
The fly swatters may be old-fashioned and a little gross, but using them is satisfying. I'd say we kill 4 or 5 moths a day, each. We haven't gotten rid of all the moths, but I think we've at least reduced the population. I still am not sure where they're all coming from or if we'll ever be able to get rid of them completely. Let me know if you have any eco-friendly tips.
Dear EAPPster,
Have you tried moth balls? They are a little stinky, but moths don't like them either.
AKD
Sadly, moth balls only work in enclosed spaces like closets and chests. Out in the open, they don't really do anything.
I hope they haven't gotten into your woolies (if you have any). If so, pop them into the deep freeze of your chest freezer for about a week (I do that whenever I buy vintage fabric or fabric from places such as West Africa).
Another natural repellent is Lavender if I am not mistaken.
Good luck!