Expert Carpet Cleaners in Mission Viejo, CA

Bugs and moths on oriental & Persian rugs/ carpets Bugs and moths eat holes in oriental and Persian will rugs and can cause severe damage. In order to identify if there is moths in your rug there are 2 things you can look for. 1.When you flip the rug on the bottom you might see moth larvae , which look like spider webs. 2. Bare bright white spots on the surface of the rug and dips that show the cotton foundation of the rug or entire holes There are ways to prevent moths and consecutive moth damage /bug damage and expensive repair of the holes in your oriental rugs caused by moths. 1.Moths like dark places e.g., they will sit in the areas of your rug placed under. furniture. Therefore, you should move the rugs regularly and check their bottom. Ideally you put them outside in the sun for a couple of hours on a regular basis. 2.Also, regular vacuuming of the back and front of the rugs prevents the oriental & Persian rugs from infestation and moth damage. Vacuuming will help to prevent moth damage of moths on the surfaces. However, it can not eliminate moth larvae (moth eggs) which sit in the very foundation of the rug. Therefore, every 2 years we recommend oriental &Persian rug cleaning / immersion rug cleaning in order to prevent moths. 3.Another important element which prevents moth damage is to have a good quality rug pad which eliminates air pockets and areas where the larvae can settle.Call us today if you need a consultation!