MothKill Pest Control Advice & Guides
Welcome to the MothKill pest control knowledge hub, where we share practical advice based on our experience treating clothes moths, carpet beetles and bed bugs in homes and properties across the UK.
Our guides cover everything from identifying an infestation and understanding insect lifecycles to comparing DIY treatments with professional pest control. We also explain how professional heat treatment works, why some treatments fail, how to prepare your property and what you can do to reduce the risk of pests returning.
MothKill specialises in high-performance pest heat treatment using professional heating equipment, air circulation and temperature monitoring. Browse our latest articles below for straightforward advice about bed bug treatment, clothes moth treatment, carpet beetle control and pest heat treatment in the UK.
Why Moths Are Getting Worse in Cities
If you live in a UK city and it feels like clothes moths are everywhere – you’re not imagining it. People often notice the damage first: tiny holes in wool jumpers, thinning patches in carpets under furniture, or the small grain-like casings along skirting boards. It’s easy to assume there are simply “more moths than…
Affordable Bed Bug Heat Treatment London
Without the Eye-Watering Price Tag If you’ve ever had that “why am I itchy again?” moment at 2am, you’re not alone. Bed bugs are a stubborn reality in big cities, and London’s constant travel, rented flats, and high-turnover accommodation makes it easy for them to hitchhike from place to place. The good news? You don’t…
Are Bed Bugs Dangerous for Children
A UK Parent’s Practical Guide If you’ve just spotted suspicious bites on your child, found tiny black specks on bedding, or (worst-case) actually seen a bed bug—your brain instantly goes to: Is my child in danger? Here’s the reassuring truth up front: bed bugs are not known to spread diseases to humans in the way…
Bed Bug Myths That Are Costing People Time and Money
Bed Bug Myths That Are Costing People Time and Money If you’ve ever dealt with bed bugs, you’ll know the real infestation is bad enough.But the misinformation around bed bugs? That can be even more expensive. Every week, landlords, homeowners, tenants, and short-let hosts waste hundreds (sometimes thousands) of pounds following outdated advice, internet myths,…
Bed Bug Treatment for London Landlords
Bed Bug Treatment for London Landlords: The Complete Guide to Protecting Your Property and Rental Income If you’re a landlord in London, chances are you’ve either dealt with bed bugs already… or you will. The capital’s high population density, constant tenant turnover, international travel links, and booming short-let market have made bed bugs one of…
How to Deal With Bed Bugs Between Tenancies
How to Deal With Bed Bugs Between Tenancies (Without Losing Rental Income) Few things strike fear into a landlord’s heart quite like the words “bed bugs.”They’re tiny, elusive, and capable of turning a profitable rental into an empty, costly headache if handled poorly. But here’s the good news: bed bugs between tenancies don’t have to…
What Insects Can Be Killed With Heat
Heat Treatment for Pests: What It Kills and How It Works Pest infestations can be stressful, disruptive and difficult to eliminate — especially when sprays and DIY solutions only offer temporary relief. That’s why more homeowners, landlords and businesses across the UK are turning to heat treatment as a highly effective, chemical-free pest control solution.…
Bed Bugs Hiding Places
🛏️ Bed Bug Hiding Places: Where They Live (and Why They’re So Hard to Kill) If you’re dealing with bed bugs, the most frustrating part isn’t just the bites — it’s how impossibly well they hide. Many people assume bed bugs only live in mattresses. In reality, they can hide in dozens of places across…
Carpet Beetle Heat Treatment Explained
Carpet Beetle Heat Treatment: Why Heat Is Replacing Sprays Across the UK Carpet beetles are one of the most overlooked yet destructive household pests in the UK. They don’t bite, they often go unnoticed — but the damage they cause to carpets, clothing, upholstery and natural fibres can be extensive. If you’ve tried sprays, powders…