There are many signs of stored food pests. The most common insects are present is either flying around the food that they are eating or crawling on. You might also see larvae or webbing on the containers since some types of moths and other bugs create webbing as they grow from eggs to larvae to pupae and then into an adult.

If you notice holes in foods like beans or fruit that’s another good sign you might have an infestation.

Be vigilant and check shelves, racking, floors and cabinets. If you have food spillages you might also find the bugs, larvae and webbing.

The types of treatments and methodologies your AR Pest Control professionals have in their arsenal to eliminate these occasional invaders vary depending on the species, seriousness of the infestation, the size of the storage area. Traps, baits, sprays and other methods might be implemented, and your AR Pest Control professional should be consulted for the most effective and reliable treatment for pests in food.

You should always proactive when it comes to your business and home to help prevent infestations of stored product pests.

These include:

• Sanitation is key – Always keep your food and product areas clean.
• Inspect your food storage areas on a regular basis.
• Keep the temperature around food just right. Insects like it warm.
• Store food tightly in containers that can be properly sealed.
• Get rid of garbage around food storage areas.