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How to kill bed bugs?

Getting rid of bed bugs at your home or business can be a very persistent and challenging process, even for pest control professionals. This is mostly due to their ability to hide in cracks and crevices combined with their nocturnal nature.  

Before you being the process of exterminating the bed bugs, you need to ensure that you actually have a bed bug infestation. Common signs include bites in clusters on your skin, tiny white eggs and blood spots or dark fecal spots on your mattress and bedding. You may even find them hiding in in the seams of your mattress or furniture cracks. 

If you are unsure whether you have a bed bug infestation, you can purchase some of our bed bug monitors here, or we also offer a free identification service if you think you have seen live bed bugs at your home or business.

 

 
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How to kill bed bugs? Whilst there are many ways to kill bed bugs, there are little treatment options that will actually gain control. In all cases we recommend a bed bug heat treatment. However, there are some things that you can do yourself to help eliminate and prevent bed bugs:

  • Wash all bedding, curtains, fabrics and clothing from the affected areas in at least a 60 degree celsius wash
  • Vaccum your mattress, carpet, curtains and upholstered furniture frequently
  • Remove clutter from your home or businesses to reduce the hiding places for bed bugs
  • Use a mattress protector

Find out why more people are now choosing a bed bug heat treatment

The most common treatments used by bed bug exterminators are chemical treatments and sprays—but these aren’t always the most effective (even after multiple visits to a property).

With the advances in technology, heat treatment is now considered the most effective way to eliminate bed bugs permanently. This requires a professional bed bug exterminator and specialist equipment that heats the room to a specific temperature for a certain length of time to kill the bugs

Remember, bed bug extermination is most effective when the pests are detected early and eradicated completely. Contact us today to speak to one of our friendly bed bug treatment experts about your options. They will be happy to answer any concerns or questions you may have

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, bed bugs are small but visible—though they are very good at
flattening themselves and hiding. Once fully grown, the bugs are red/
brown and measure around 4-5mm. Can you see bed bugs?

Bed bugs can be found anywhere that humans live because they feed on human blood. This attracts them to any environment where they can hide out—with mattresses and upholstery the prime targets. What causes bed bugs?

Bed bugs are difficult to identify in the early stages of their life cycles.  Most infestations are discovered due to bite marks and itching from residents. Pest control professionals can usually identify droppings on bedding, uncover the places where the bugs hide and even smell the strong, sweet odours of a mature infestation. What are the signs that I have bed bugs?

Getting rid of bed bugs is not an easy task for anyone to undertake. Predominately, this is due to the nocturnal nature and ability for the bed bugs to hide in small cracks and crevices. When there a sightings of bed bugs, it normally indicates that there is a serious bed bug infestation and requires a professional bed bug treatment. How do I kill bed bugs?

Preventing bed bugs from entering your home or business is a difficult task, they are usually picked up whilst travelling and are difficult to see, but by taking small measures you can help prevent bed bug infestations. How to prevent bed bugs

Commonly we are asked what do bed bug bites look like? The problem with bed bug bites is that they can be easily confused with other insect’s bites. Each individual that has been bitten by bug beds will react differently therefore its not always easy to know, however there are some indicators. What do bed bug bites look like?

Bed bugs are very tiny insects that can cause a bit of trouble if you happen to have an infestation. They are oval, flat and brownish, almost like apple’s seeds, but they are incredibly tiny, so they are a bit hard to spot. They owe their name to their tendency to hide in areas that are related to the bed, such as a mattress, pillows, box springs, bed frames, and other furniture. They usually remain close to the host and usually bite at night when we are sleeping. Where do bed bugs bite?

Bed bugs are found in virtually any place people tend to gather, including residences, hotels, schools, offices, retail stores and even public transportation. Bed bugs will remain as close to their host as possible and feed during the night, which is why you will usually get bitten whilst sleeping. If you need a bed bug exterminator near you, get in contact with one of our team today. Where do bed bugs come from?

Bed bug heat treatment is a method used to eliminate bedbugs by subjecting them to high temperatures. This approach relies on the sensitivity of bedbugs to heat, as they cannot survive when exposed to temperatures above a certain threshold. How to get rid of bed bugs?

In the near future, we hope to be able to offer payment plans on our bed bug treatments.

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