If you’ve opened a bag of flour and found tiny bugs inside, you’re not alone. Pantry pests are a common problem in Sacramento homes and can quickly contaminate stored food.

At Empyrean Pest Management, we provide safe, effective pantry pest control to eliminate infestations and help prevent them from returning.

What Are Pantry Pests?

Pantry pests are insects that infest stored food products. They are typically brought into homes inside packaged goods from grocery stores.

Common pantry pests include:

• Indian meal moths
• Flour beetles
• Rice weevils
• Grain beetles
• Cigarette beetles

They infest dry goods such as:

• Flour
• Rice
• Cereal
• Pasta
• Pet food
• Nuts
• Spices

Pantry pests can reproduce quickly and spread to multiple food sources.

Signs You Have a Pantry Pest Infestation

You may have pantry pests if you notice:

• Small bugs inside food packaging
• Webbing inside flour or cereal boxes
• Moths flying near kitchen cabinets
• Larvae inside stored grains
• Tiny holes in food packaging
• Clumped or discolored dry goods

Even unopened packages can become infested if eggs were present before purchase.

Are Pantry Pests Dangerous?

Pantry pests do not typically bite or sting, but they:

• Contaminate food
• Spread bacteria
• Leave droppings and webbing
• Cause food waste
• Spread quickly between cabinets

Infested food should never be consumed.

What To Do While Waiting for Treatment

If you discover pantry pests:

• Discard all infested food in sealed trash bags
• Inspect nearby unopened packages
• Vacuum pantry shelves thoroughly
• Wipe shelves with warm, soapy water
• Store replacement food in airtight containers
• Avoid spraying insecticides inside cabinets

Do not rely on moth traps alone — they may reduce visible adults but will not eliminate larvae or eggs.

Complete elimination requires identifying the source.

Our Professional Pantry Pest Treatment Process

At Empyrean Pest Management, we focus on identifying and eliminating the source of the infestation.

Our service includes:

• Thorough kitchen and pantry inspection
• Identification of pest species
• Targeted treatment of affected areas
• Crack and crevice treatment
• Prevention guidance
• 30-day follow-up if necessary
• Free re-service guarantee

We use family-conscious treatment methods that are safe for use in food storage areas when properly applied.

Why Choose Empyrean for Pantry Pest Control?

• Eco-friendly, kitchen-safe treatment methods
• Focus on source elimination
• Free re-service guarantee
• 30-day follow-up inspection
• Locally owned and operated
• 5-star rated across Sacramento County
• Affordable pest prevention plans

Pantry pests can return if the source is not fully removed. We ensure the infestation is properly handled.

Serving Sacramento and Surrounding Areas

We provide pantry pest control throughout:

Sacramento
Antelope
Carmichael
Citrus Heights
Elk Grove
Elverta
Fair Oaks
Galt
Gold River
Mather
North Highlands
Orangevale
Rancho Cordova
Rio Linda

Get Rid of Pantry Pests Today

If you’re finding bugs in your flour, rice, or cereal, don’t wait for the problem to spread.

Call (916) 500-0521
or request your free quote here:
https://empyreanpest.com/contact-us

Our team will inspect your pantry, identify the infestation source, and provide safe, effective treatment to restore your kitchen.