Vacuum carpets, rugs, baseboards, closets, furniture, and vents thoroughly
Empty the vacuum contents immediately into a sealed bag and discard outside
Wash infested clothing, bedding, and fabrics in hot water
Dry items on high heat for at least 30 minutes
Dry-clean delicate items that cannot be washed
Freeze small infested items in sealed bags for several days
Remove and discard heavily infested or damaged items
Clean lint, hair, pet fur, and food debris from hidden areas
Inspect and clean wool, silk, feathers, fur, and stored textiles
Seal cracks, gaps, and entry points around windows, doors, and baseboards
Store fabrics and seasonal clothing in airtight containers
Use sticky traps to monitor beetle activity
Apply residual insecticide labeled for carpet beetles to cracks and crevices if needed
Treat closets, edges of carpets, and storage areas carefully according to label directions
Repeat cleaning and treatment regularly until no signs remain
Call a licensed pest control professional for severe or recurring infestations