SAWTOOTHED GRAIN BEETLES? WE’LL FIX THEM IN NO TIME!
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Beetle Treatments
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SAWTOOTHED GRAIN BEETLES? We’ll fix them in no time!
Beetle Treatments
Terms & Conditions Apply
$198
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Sawtoothed grain beetles can chew through tightly sealed packaging to
contaminate food
Sawtoothed Grain Beetle Control Adelaide
A very common stored product pest, sawtoothed grain beetles are known for
their unique ridged “sawtooth” thorax.
They can penetrate tightly sealed packages to contaminate dried food, particularly grain products, in pantries, food storage and manufacturing facilities, and more. You’ll find them feeding on broken down grain kernels
rather than whole grains and cereals. However, these hungry pests will happily eat nuts, sweets, dried meat, pasta and other pantry items as well.
Unfortunately, their presence can increase humidity and moisture levels and eventually lead to the formation of mould.
With their flattened bodies, sawtoothed grain beetles can easily crawl into tiny cracks and crevices to hide and lay eggs.
Are you noticing sawtooth grain beetles in your pantry? You’ll want them gone fast to prevent the problem from getting worse. For effective treatment options, contact Allstate Pest Control today.
Signs of a saw tooth grain beetle problem
- Adult beetles are flat, reddish-brown coloured with 2 antennae and 2.5-
3.5mm long - Characterised by 6 serrated sawtooth-like ridges on each side of the
thorax, and 3 on the top. Males have a tooth on the hind leg - Eggs are white coloured and elongated but microscopic in size
- Larvae are flat, less than 3mm long and yellow-white, with a brown
coloured head
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orHow to treat a sawtoothed grain beetle outbreak
Identify the source of the infestation and remove the affected items as soon as
possible. Be sure to wrap them tightly in plastic to prevent beetles from escaping.
To kill off remaining beetles at any stage of the life cycle, you can freeze
contaminated items for 2 days, microwave for 5 minutes or apply heat at 125
degrees for an hour.
Clean and vacuum cupboards and shelves, including any cracks and crevices. Take
care to store food away in tightly sealed plastic or glass containers.
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, an outbreak may continue to persist, so
professional pest control removal may be your best option.
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How sawtoothed grain beetle control works
At Allstate, usually begin professional treatment after all affected food
products have been discarded and the area wiped down and vacuumed.
Treating the contaminated area with fumigation generally works best for sawtoothed grain beetles. In severe outbreaks, we may also use diatomaceous earth.
Fumigation
We use aerosol insecticides pyrethrins and phosphines, taking care to target cracks and crevices where sawtoothed grain beetles are known to hide and lay eggs.
Diatomaceous earth
A natural product, food grade diatomaceous earth can be applied to heavily infested areas. It promotes moisture loss in active beetles, causing them to dry out and die.
Follow-up treatment
Given that sawtoothed grain beetle eggs are microscopic, they can be laid in hard to reach areas, causing new beetles to emerge and prolonging the outbreak. This means that you’ll need [X] treatments every [X] weeks to manage an infestation.
Emergency sawtoothed grain beetle control
Outbreaks can happen fast, so we offer a 24/7 urgent call out service when needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions about spiders
Are sawtoothed grain beetles harmful to people, pets and furniture?
Despite their appearance, sawtoothed grain beetles do not bite, scratch or harm people, pets or furniture. They are not known to spread disease, but their presence does result in food contamination and may promote the growth of mould, so affected items can no longer be ingested.
What are the signs of a sawtoothed grain beetle outbreak?
Check your stored food products, especially cereals and grains, and inside your pantry for beetles. Look for flat, reddish-brown coloured beetles with 2 antennae and 2.5-3.5mm long. They have 6 serrated sawtooth-like ridges on
each side of the thorax, and 3 on the top. Males have a tooth on the hind leg. Larvae are flat, less than 3mm long and yellow-white, with a brown coloured head.
How do I prevent a sawtoothed grain beetle outbreak?
- Keep food stored in tightly sealed glass or plastic containers
- Inspect your stored food items on a regular basis and before bringing them into your house. Discard products with damaged packaging
- Maintain hygiene in food storage areas by keeping them clean and wipe up spills immediately
Do normal household aerosol sprays work on sawtoothed grain beetles?
Yes, some sprays can work, depending on whether the active ingredients work effectively against the beetles. However, an outbreak can continue to persist if the spray does not penetrate all the tiny cracks and crevices where
they hide and lay eggs. We recommend speaking to a professional Allstate pest control technician if an infestation is ongoing.
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