If You Find This Insect in Your Home, Here’s What It Means

materials, especially where paper and cardboard are involved.

Keep storage areas clean and dry.

Avoid leaving piles of cardboard sitting in damp basements, closets, or garages.

5. Vacuum Cracks and Crevices

Regular vacuuming can remove insects and accumulated lint and debris from cracks and hiding areas.

EPA pest-management guidance specifically recommends vacuuming accumulations of lint in cracks and crevices and sealing potential hiding areas where practical.

6. Seal Cracks and Gaps

Once you’ve identified likely hiding places, seal appropriate cracks and gaps around baseboards, walls, and other areas.

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