Food Pests That Invade Kitchens

Food pests are still a huge issue for many homeowners in the UK. Not only that, this is also a huge issue for people who run restaurants. In this article we’ll discuss the type of pests you may encounter in the kitchen. Some of the harmful kitchen food pests we find in the UK are included below.

1. Flies

Flies are a common pest that you’ve probably dealt with before. They are primarily attracted by rotting food.

2. Cockroaches

Cockroaches are also attracted by food, which is a cockroach fact. They also look for places which are damp, dark, and dirty.

3. Ants

Ants will invade kitchens which are not routinely cleaned. Once these pests get into your kitchen, they are almost impossible to get rid of.

4. Pantry moths

Pantry moths are looking for dry goods such as flour, pasta, and bread. They usually lay their eggs inside these food stuffs and contaminate them.

5. Weevils

Weevils are small black beetles which also infest dry goods such as rice, cereal and grains.

How to handle food pests

The reason why you have this food pests in your kitchen is simply because they are attracted by food. This is either because you are storing food or because your kitchen is dirty. What usually happens is that these pests come in from the outside. They make your way to your pantry, feed, and then lay eggs in your food.

The best way to prevent this is to simply keep your kitchen clean. Wipe all surfaces down and also clean the floor as often as possible. Also make sure your rubbish bins are sealed and emptied as often as possible.

Most importantly, all food needs to be securely stored. Never leave food out on the counter. All food should be sealed in plastic containers and placed inside cupboards that shut tightly. You should also check that there are no holes or cracks in cupboards, as pests can use these to enter.

In addition to this, do not leave food in cardboard boxes or plastic packets. Food pests can easily get into these. Remember, these pests are small and can crawl through the gaps at the top of cardboard boxes and packets.

If none of this helps, then you may want to consider hiring an exterminator to carry out insect extermination. We can help you get rid of any pests that are present. We can also determine why these bugs are getting into your kitchen. Our team can also help you take steps to prevent this from happening in the future.