Stop The Spread Of Bed Bugs

Bed bugs can hide anywhere, and by the time you have found them in one place they have already moved to another. Nooks, cracks, and crannies are all perfect spots for these nasty little critters to hide. If you have found them in one room, your first thought was most likely, “how do I get rid of them?” And part of mitigating the infestation is stopping the spread itself. While you cannot completely stop bed bugs from moving from one room to the next, there are some steps you can take to control the areas they are in before calling a professional bed bug exterminator.

Taking Precautions

In order to give bed bugs less places to hide, the first thing you should do is declutter all areas of your home. While bed bugs can survive even in the cleanest of environments, the less places they have to run the better. Using protective covers for your mattress and box springs will help prevent bed bugs from getting to them in the first place, which will keep them from feeding on you at night. Regularly washing your bedding in hot water will also kill any bugs and eggs that may be hiding in your sheets. If you have noticed them in your home, do not move objects from one room to another.

Avoid Bringing Them Home

Because bed bugs can hitch a ride with the best of them, there are measures you can take to ensure that you don’t bring them home. Avoid second hand furniture if possible. This is one of the leading causes of bed bug infestations jumping from one home to another. Even if there are no bugs in the furniture, they may have already laid their eggs.

Another precaution is to search your hotel rooms when traveling. Inspect the bedding thoroughly including the mattress, sheets, and pillows. Be sure to look over the furniture and chairs in your room and the towels in the bathroom. Hotels, nursing homes, and living quarters meant for large numbers of people are the perfect places for bed bugs to reproduce quickly.

Call A Professional Bed Bug Exterminator

Not all exterminators deal with bed bugs specifically. Not all bed bug treatments kill bed bugs and their eggs the first time. While it is possible to rid your home of them yourself, often times you will spend as much or more on repeat treatments than you would hiring a pro. Heat is the only method that wipes them out in one go. Contact Kansas Bed Bugs today at 316-448-1187 or send us a message today to stop the spread of bed bugs in your home or business.

Kansas Bed Bugs, LLC. Preparation Checklist

Proper preparation is essential for an effective treatment. The hot air must be able to flow freely and penetrate all surfaces in your home. Clutter hinders this process which is why it is crucial to take the necessary steps in order for the treatment to be successful.

Remove:

All pets, birds, fish tanks, snakes, etc.
House Plants. If weather permits, place them outside
All candles, waxes, crayons, cosmetics, etc.
All aerosol products - hair spray, paint, room fresheners, etc.
ALL COMPRESSED GASSES!!
All trash. It must be emptied and taken out.
Medications. Take what you need with you and the rest can be stored in the refrigerator.
Photos, vinyl records, etc. that may be damaged by prolonged exposure to heat.
Fire arms and ammunition.

Clean and Sort:

All floors must be clean and vacuumed.
All clothes must be either hung up or folded neatly with no more than two loosely packed laundry baskets.
All plastic blinds must be all the way up. The heat can warp them and make them no longer usable.
All electronics must be turned OFF or unplugged.
All clutter must be removed from under beds and furniture. This is where they like to hide and must be clear for proper air circulation.
Dresser drawers must be loosely packed.

Store:

Medications. Take what you need with you and the rest can be stored in the refrigerator.
Food. Anything that might melt or spoil, such as chocolate, fresh fruit and vegetables, carbonated beverages, etc. can also be placed in the refrigerator.

This is a good starting point but please feel free to take any additional precautions to protect your personal belongings. Check manufacturer specifications for electronics to verify safe heat temperatures to prevent damage. Please keep in mind that Kansas Bed Bug technicians will be entering your closet and possibly need to open drawers in your home. If there are items you do not wish them to find, please make sure and remove them prior to treatment.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call Kansas Bed Bugs at 316-448-1187.

Stop The Spread Of Bed Bugs