How to Kill Bed Bugs

It’s tough to kill bed bugs on your own. Learn how to avoid a bed bug epidemic and rid yourself from unwanted bed bugs.

After you select a licensed, certified pest management professional (PMP) you should:

• Remove clutter as it provides hiding places for bed bugs.
• Wash all bedding in recommended water settings. Place all bedding (sheets, mattress covers, bed spreads etc. in a sealed plastic bag.
• Vacuum and dispose of vacuum bag outside the home or rinse the collection bag before re-installing if possible.
• Empty dresser drawers and closets and wash and/or dry clean according to manufacturers recommendations and then place in sealed plastic bags.
• Do not bring home new furniture until bed bugs are completely eliminated (usually 2 or more treatments by the PMP).
• Consult a PMP before disposing of furniture.

Bud Bug Apartment Dwellers

• The faster you act the better the results will be. When you spot bed bugs immediately call your landlord.
• If your landlord doesn’t take action contact your local Housing Code Authority.
• Don’t try to solve the problem yourself.
• Keep your home clean and litter free.
• Carefully follow the pest management professionals advise and recommendations.

Need professional advice on bed bugs? Contact Doc Pickhardt for more information.
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American Pest Control