Bedbugs are a growing problem. They are moving into apartments and homes and infesting beds, furniture, and clothing. Before you even consider an exterminator, follow these steps to determine if you have a bedbug problem, and what you can do to prepare for an invasion. Bed bugs are an insect that lives off of their host (there’s more than one type of bed bug) and use them to feed. They sleep, eat and reproduce inside their hosts and do not like bright light. When you first see a bed bug you might think it’s a tick since they tend to look similar but there are several ways you can tell the difference.
When people think of preparing for bed bug treatment they often focus on a few key areas – clothes, furniture, and some personal belongings. They do this because they are thinking, “If there are just a few bugs, can I ignore everything else?” Unfortunately, there is no magic bullet to treating bed bugs. Pajamas and bedding can be treated with special chemicals but even these items cannot be taken out of the home until after the final treatment has been performed.
Preparation for bed bug treatment is a very important part of the process. You need to make sure you have done everything possible to prepare your home before the professionals arrive. This includes clearing out clutter, removing furniture, and disposing of items that could be infested with bed bugs.
The professionals will tell you what to do on the day of treatment, but it’s important to know what needs to be done in advance of their arrival so that you can get it done in time. For example, if they want you to remove your furniture from certain rooms or areas, make sure that happens before they get there so they don’t have to wait around while you move things around or drag them out into the hallways.
You should prepare your home for a bed bug treatment. It is important to make sure that you don’t make it harder for the exterminator by making it harder for them to do their job.
Make sure that you have all of your belongings up off the floor. This will help prevent them from crawling into anything that you may have forgotten about or didn’t know was there. You also want to make sure that all of your valuables are out of sight so that they don’t get treated with pesticides and then brought back into your home without knowing it.
Get rid of any clutter or furniture that is not being used anymore or isn’t good quality anymore (if you don’t think that it can be rebuilt). If you have any infested items in the house, be sure to wrap them in plastic and put them in a garbage bag so that they aren’t able to spread around any more than they already have been through the house during the treatment process.
Remove all food items from cabinets, pantries, refrigerators, etc., as well as anything else that could attract pests such as pet food bowls and dishes full of water near doors leading outside.
How Do I Prepare for Bed Bug Bombing?
The best way to prepare for bed bug bombing is to make sure all the furniture and items in your home are clear of clutter and any other items that could be damaged by the process. This includes removing any fabric items from chairs, couches, tables, or beds. You should also make sure that any area rugs are taken outside to be aired out if necessary.
After you have removed your belongings from the room where you will be bombed, it’s time to get ready for the process itself. The first thing you should do is vacuum thoroughly throughout the room(s) where you’ll be having your treatment done. This will remove any loose debris or dust bunnies that may be lying around, which can interfere with how well your treatment works.
Once you’ve vacuumed, it’s time to move on to spraying down all surfaces with an insecticide spray, this helps ensure that any bed bugs hiding out in cracks or crevices have been killed before they have a chance to come out into open spaces where they might have access again after the bombing has occurred. If you have pets or young children who live in your home, we recommend using a child-safe insecticide spray rather than one designed specifically for use on animals.
How Long After Bed Bug Treatment Can I Put My Stuff Back?
You may be eager to put your stuff back in your home after bed bug treatment, but there are some things you should do first.
First, make sure that the pest control company treated all of the areas where bed bugs were found. You should also check for signs of bed bugs on your belongings by looking for small blood spots or black spots (which are droppings). If you see any signs of bed bugs or their eggs, you’ll need to treat those items again before storing them away.
You should also wash all clothing and linens that were in the infested area at least three times before putting them back in storage or re-using them. This includes clothes that were worn while sleeping in the infested area (such as pajamas).
Most importantly, it’s important to remember that even after your home has been treated, you may still see some bed bugs crawling around or hiding on your belongings. It’s best not to store these items until they’ve been inspected by a professional pest control company that can confirm that there are no more bed bugs present.
Can I Sleep in My Bed After Bed Bug Treatment?
Yes, you can sleep in your bed after bed bug treatment.
However, there are some things you need to be aware of before doing so.
First of all, you need to make sure that the treatment was done correctly. If not, there could still be live bugs in your mattress and box spring or other areas of your home. In addition, if you have had bed bugs in the past, it is possible that they could return if certain precautions are not taken.
The best way to ensure that your bed will be bug-free is by using an approved mattress encasement as part of your bed bug treatment plan. This will protect your mattress and box spring from any new infestations as well as prevent any eggs from being laid on them by live bugs still hiding in other parts of your home. If you don’t want to use a mattress encasement but feel like it would help with peace of mind, then purchase one for yourself and put it on before going to sleep each night so that there will be no risk of having any bugs crawl onto it when you’re sleeping later that night.
What to Do With Books During Bed Bug Treatment
If you’re undergoing bed bug treatment, you’ll have to take certain precautions to make sure your home is safe for you and your family. That’s why it’s important to keep a few things in mind when it comes to dealing with books during bed bug treatment.
First and foremost, if you have any books that are in good condition, but you don’t want them anymore or they’re too old, consider donating them to charity or selling them at a used bookstore. You can also try selling them online, just be sure that the book is in good condition before you put it up for sale.
If your books are damaged or falling apart due to age, throw them out. Don’t risk spreading bed bugs by keeping them around. If possible, donate these damaged books to charity rather than throwing them away, this way someone else will get some use out of them even though they aren’t usable by you anymore.
If your home or business is affected by bed bugs, you may want to consider storing your books in a plastic bag and keeping them in another location. This will help ensure that they remain bed bug-free while you are working on getting rid of unwanted pests. As long as your books are kept at room temperature (around 70 degrees Fahrenheit), they should be safe for up to two weeks. However, if you need to keep them for longer than that period of time, you should place them in an airtight container and put them in a freezer for 24 hours, which will kill any bed bugs that are present in the book covers or pages.
In Conclusion,
Bed bug treatment is a lengthy process that involves extreme care to ensure the property is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. The homeowner should be prepared to invest time, energy, and money into the process in order to ensure it is completed properly. Bed bugs are a difficult pest to eradicate, but with proper treatment and preparation, it is possible to eliminate them from your home.