These same insect pests come from leafcutting bee boards, honey bee boxes and farm seed stored near the home. Once the insect source is located, it must be discarded, removed or treated to control the pest. Protection of kitchen and pantry areas Step 1. Remove all dishes and foods before cleaning and treating storage for insect control. Remove paper of cloth shelf coverings for cleaning.
Insects hide under such coverings.
Use a vacuum cleaner to clean debris from cracks and corners of storage areas. Discard the vacuum bag when finished. Scrub storage space and vicinity with very hot water and a strong detergent solution. Allow to dry. Select one that states on the label that it is for crack and crevice spraying to control carpet beetles, ants, ect.