Bugs are just about everywhere. That’s why the experts at Door To Door Cleaners want to help guard your garments against these pests. We know firsthand that smart cleaning and storage habits can help keep your wardrobe “bug free” so it’ll stay looking newer longer.

Have you noticed small holes in your garments? That’s the work of menacing insects. As a rule, wool fabrics are most susceptible to moth damage, but beetles, silverfish, roaches and other insects harm fabrics, too. In fact, different insects are attracted to different stains and fibers and can create either indirect or direct garment damage.

Dining on Clothes
You’ll notice direct damage to your garments when insects such as moths and sometimes termites feed directly on the fabric. Most often, garment-eating insects attack wool, mohair, natural bristles, fur, feathers and down.

Feasting on Forgotten Spills
Indirect damage to your garment is the result of silverfish, beetles and roaches feeding on leftover food, perspiration, beverage spills and excess starch. Therefore, any type of stain, especially food and beverage residue, should be removed before storage.

Get Rid of Creepy Crawlies
Repelling insects from your garments is fairly simple—just follow these effective tips. And remember, if you have a question about preventing insect damage, ask the friendly professionals at Door To Door Cleaners.

• Store CLEAN Clothes. Even if you’ve worn a suit jacket once or twice, it’s wise to protect your investment and clean it before storing.
• Air out and check stored garments periodically. If clothes are in storage for a long time and not moved, insects can hide, settle in and create trouble.
• Store clothes with cedar. The scent of cedar chests and chips repels insects, but it’s the chest’s air tightness that best keeps bugs away.
• Store clothes with mothballs. The odor of mothballs repels larvae and insects if used where it can build a high concentration. However, be sure to suspend the mothballs above the garments, not directly on them. One problem is that the odor can linger on clothes after you remove them from storage. Try hanging the garments outside for several days. Or, bring them to the experts at Door To Door Cleaners for a thorough cleaning.

Trust Door To Door Cleaners
Our professionals can help protect your clothes from the turmoil of insects. Just bring us your garments for regular cleaning and you’re off to a great start. Plus, when it’s time to rotate your wardrobe, we’ll store your garments for FREE. That way you’ll know they’re handled properly—insect free—and they’ll look great when you need them next.