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 Thermal Bed Bug Treatments Are Replacing Sprays Across the UK
Bed bugs are becoming a growing problem across the UK, especially in cities, rental properties, hotels, and shared accommodation. For years, chemical sprays were the default solution — but increasingly, both professionals and homeowners are turning to thermal bed bug treatment instead. The reason is simple:Heat works where sprays often fail. In this article, we’ll…
The Most Common Places Clothes Moths Hide
The Most Common Places Clothes Moths Hide – And How to Spot Them Early Clothes moth damage is one of the most frustrating issues for homeowners – especially when prized jumpers, scarves, or wool carpets suddenly show tiny holes or thinning fibres. These pests are experts at hiding in the places you least expect.…
Bed Bug Heater Rental & Hire Prices
Bed Bug Heater Rental & Hire Prices in the UK: What You Really Need to Know Bed bugs are one of the most stressful household pests in the UK. Once established, they spread quickly, hide deeply, and are notoriously difficult to eliminate with sprays alone. As awareness has grown, many homeowners and landlords now search…
Where Do Clothes Moths Come From
Where Do Clothes Moths Come From? The UK Homeowner’s Guide (And How to Get Rid of Them) If you’ve ever pulled out a favourite wool jumper and found neat little holes, you’ve probably asked the same question most people do: where on earth did these clothes moths come from? Here’s the truth: clothes moths don’t…
Bed Bug Heat Treatment Preparation Checklist
Bed Bug Heat Treatment Preparation Checklist: The Complete, No-Stress Guide (UK) Heat treatment is one of the fastest, most thorough ways to wipe out bed bugs-but the treatment is only as effective as the prep. The goal is simple: make sure hot air can move freely, reach every hiding spot, and stay at lethal temperatures…
Why Bed Bugs Are Common in London Apartments & HMOs
Why Bed Bugs Are Common in London Apartments & HMOs? Common Myths Explained If you live in an apartment block or HMO in London, you’re not alone if you’ve heard whispers about bed bugs — or worse, experienced them firsthand. Bed bugs have become increasingly common across London’s flats, apartments, and shared houses. Yet despite…
Can Bed Bugs Survive London Winters
Common Myths Explained Updated for 2026 • What London residents REALLY need to know When winter arrives in London, many homeowners and renters breathe a sigh of relief, believing that cold weather will naturally kill off bed bugs. But is that really true? Let’s unpack the science, debunk common myths, and explore how professionals eliminate…
The Clothes Moth Season UK
The Clothes Moth Season: Why It’s Really a Year-Round Problem (and What You Can Do About It) When most people hear the phrase “clothes moth season,” they imagine a short, inconvenient spell in summer when tiny beige moths flutter out of wardrobes and ruin their favourite jumpers. The truth is far more important-and far more…
What Do Bed Bugs Look Like in Real Life
What Do Bed Bugs Look Like in Real Life? Signs, Bites, and Common Myths Explained Bed bugs are one of the most misunderstood household pests. Many infestations spread for weeks—or even months—because people don’t recognise the early signs or mistake them for something else. This guide answers the most common questions people search for, including…