Pantry Protection Pair FAQsUpdated 8 months ago

Is this safer than what my exterminator uses?

Dr Killigan uses only the safest ingredients - many of which can be found in most pantries across the USA. All of our products are classified as Minimum-Risk Pest Products, meaning they contain ingredients that are recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to "pose little to no risk to human health and the environment.”

Most pest control companies use chemicals and pesticides known to be harsh and harmful to humans, not fit for consumption, and have a negative impact on the environment.

So the answer is a resounding YES! The products included in this bundle are much safer than what your standard exterminator would use. They are naturally non-toxic, and harmless when used as directed around food, pets and children.

Does Six Feet Under work as a repellent?

Six Feet Under is a great two-edged sword against bugs: it kills on contact, and keeps unwanted critters away for up to 30 days!

To kill on contact, use the spray function to aim and shoot from up to several feet away.

To prevent keep bugs away from a particular area, use the mist function on porous surfaces to repel bugs for up to 30 days. We recommend targeting areas where insects may be entering your home, such as around baseboards, door and window frames, and in pantry cracks and crevices.

Six Feet Under is NOT recommended for use on skin.

How quickly does Six Feet Under act?

The amount of time it takes for an insect to die will depend on the species of insect. Some, like sugar ants, will die almost instantly whereas cockroaches can take up to a minute to die, because of their hard protective exterior.

If an insect has a hard exterior or hair on their body it may take longer for Six Feet Under to permeate their body, but rest assured: it will still kill them.*

*Please note: spiders are not insects. Due to their physiological design, Six Feet Under is not as effective on spiders and other arachnids. It can take up to 10 minutes to affect some species.

How soon will the traps start catching moths?

We recommend allowing at least 10 days before deciding if Dr Killigan's Pantry Moth Traps will work for you, as it can take the pheromones that long to be fully released.

The pheromones in our traps reach a 25 ft. radius, and it takes a few days for the mature males to catch the scent and be drawn in. Move the traps after several days if there are no moths in them, to ensure the moths are able to smell them.

Please keep in mind that the traps will only attract mature males. If your traps aren't catching moths, it's possible that you currently only have females and immature males.

Pantry moths follow the life cycle: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. The life cycle may be completed in as little as 30 days or as long as 300 days, depending on food availability and temperature.

If after 10 days, you still have not caught any moths, then the moths you are trying to catch are most likely a different strain or species.

How long do the moth traps last?

Unopened, Dr Killigan's traps are designed to maintain full potency for three years from the date of manufacture, which is printed on the inside of the box lid.

Once opened, the moth traps are designed to remain effective for about three months.

Having said that, if you notice that the traps have filled up or if there seems to be an increase in moth activity, it may be time for an early replacement. The frequency of replacing the traps can vary based on the severity of your moth infestation; more significant issues may necessitate quicker replacements.

Regularly inspecting the traps will assist in managing and controlling moth populations effectively.

What do pantry moth larvae look like?

Pantry moth larvae are typically small, white or cream-colored, and are often found within or around pantry staples such as grains, flour and nuts. They resemble maggots, more than caterpillars, and can grow up to 1.7 cm in length. The larvae are the ones that do the most damage, as the adult moths do not feed.

These larvae are known to produce webbing around food items, which can result in grains or flour sticking together. The presence of these larvae or their webbing is a telltale sign of a pantry moth infestation.