Can wait
Bugs in flour, rice or cereal?
Tiny beetles or small moths in dry food are pantry pests. They usually arrive in a package from the store and spread to other open food.
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Most likely
Stink bugs, pantry pests and other bugs
Can waitUsually manageable, but call if it keeps coming back.
How to tell
- Tiny brown beetles or small gray moths near the shelf.
- Webbing or clumps in flour, grain or pasta.
- Small worm-like larvae in the food.
Do this now
- Throw out infested packages in an outside bin.
- Vacuum the shelf corners, then wipe them down.
- Put new flour and grain in the freezer for 4 days before storing.
Avoid
- Don't move suspect food to another cupboard; it spreads them.
When to call a proCall if they come back after a full clean-out, or you see them in several rooms.
Call (855) 424-9709
Safety first
While you sort it out
- Keep kids and pets away from nests, droppings and bait.
- Don't spray a nest or set off foggers.
- Wear gloves to clean droppings; never sweep them dry.
- Sting with trouble breathing? Call 911 first.
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