BED BUG EXTERMINATION

Bed bugs are active year-round. Unlike other pests in Canada – insects like flies, ants, and spiders that slow down in winter – bed bugs stay indoors where it’s warm and continue to feed and reproduce throughout every season.

Bed bugs usually bite exposed human skin while we’re sleeping. It’s no wonder you’ve already Googled how to get rid of bed bugs at home! If you suspect you may have a bed bug infestation, you should check your body for bites, as well as small red spots of fecal matter on your bed. 

While bed bugs don’t transmit disease, they can cause allergic reactions and secondary infections from scratching.

The warmth and carbon dioxide that humans emit are what attract bed bugs to us. During the day, bed bugs hide in dark, undisturbed areas of your home, such as furniture, baseboards, carpets, and even wallpaper, making them difficult to spot. They can be found in many places that humans frequent, such as hotels, movie theatres, taxis, and more.

Between our reduced use of pesticides as a society, an increase in international travel and our use of second-hand furniture, these tiny hitchhikers are able to thrive in our society, no matter how clean or dirty your home is. While they don’t travel around on a person, they can travel very well on belongings or fabrics. 

The number one cause of bed bug infestations is previously infected furniture or people. There are a few things you can do to try to keep them out of your home.

If you are buying second-hand furniture or clothing, make sure to inspect them carefully before purchasing or bringing these items into your home. Check the seams of the upholstery on your furniture for any signs of bed bugs or their fecal matter. Even if it looks good, make sure to give it a good clean with hot, soapy water and vacuum any fabric before bringing it into your home to be extra careful. 

If you’re travelling and having to stay in hotel rooms, make sure you check your mattress and sheets for any signs of bed bugs before you unpack.

Bed bug infestations are becoming harder to eradicate. If you’re wondering how to get rid of bed bugs yourself, the short answer is that you can’t, especially if you’re looking to solve the problem for good. Bed bugs have adapted over the years and become increasingly resistant to traditional pesticides.

Truthfully, spraying isn’t a very effective bed bug control method when using DIY or store-bought chemicals. If applied very carefully, however, in a way that allows the spray to properly penetrate the spaces where bed bugs hide, you may be successful. 

Wondering how much it costs to remove bed bugs?

Like any professional service, the cost of bed bug removal will vary significantly depending on the size and severity of the infestation, as well as local branch availability. Therefore, it’s impossible to provide one ballpark cost that fits all. In every case, our customized pest control services start with an initial inspection to determine the scope of the bed bug extermination required.