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Are Bed Bugs Keeping You Up At Night?
Bed bugs have become a growing problem for home and business owners in the United States, and they show no signs of slowing down. Although not known to spread diseases, bed bug infestations are still bad news for anyone who experiences one. When they find their way inside, bed bugs bite, stain sheets and blankets with blood and fecal matter, reproduce rapidly, and cause a lot of undue stress. Additionally, in some instances, bed bug infestations can grow so large that they start to give off an unpleasant, musty smell.
If you suspect that you have a bed bug problem, Pestmaster® Services provides comprehensive bed bug control solutions to get rid of them quickly and effectively. For more information or to get started with professional bed bug protection, contact us today!
Our Bed Bug Control Process
Bed Bug Inspections
The first step in our bed bug control process is a comprehensive multi-room inspection performed by our bed bug inspectors. In some locations, we also offer K-9 inspections performed by specially-trained bed bug detection dogs. If bed bug activity is found, we'll move into the treatment phase.
We also offer monthly preventative inspection services for high-risk locations like apartment buildings, condominiums, or hotels. We set up ongoing maintenance programs performed by our bed bug inspectors that include thorough inspections, visual verification, and spot treatments for bed bugs.
Comprehensive Bed Bug Control Treatments
Treatment methods for eliminating bed bug infestations vary based on several factors including the results of our initial inspection, how widespread the infestation is, your location, and more. Using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques, our goal is to eliminate your current infestation and prevent future ones while being mindful of the long-term results. Our bed bug treatments are effective while also ensuring that we don’t contribute to pesticide-resistance and environmental concerns.
Depending on your situation, we may suggest treatments on a room-by-room basis. However, we most often recommend a whole house treatment to ensure the best results and highest level of protection. Treatment times vary depending on the size of the infestation and method of treatment but typically take between four and eight hours.
Follow-Up Visits
Follow-up visits are crucial to the success of our bed bug treatments as bed bug treatments generally require more than one visit (typically one initial and two follow-ups) to be completely effective. To achieve the most long-lasting results, we use bed bug monitors, K-9 inspections where applicable, and communication with the client to determine the effectiveness of our treatments.
Our Bed Bug Treatment Options
At Pestmaster® Services, we don't offer just one option for bed bug control. Instead, we offer a wide range of treatment options to meet your specific bed bug control needs. Using one or more of the following methods, we'll get rid of those bed bugs, guaranteed!
Heat Treatments
Bed bugs cannot withstand high temperatures for prolonged periods of time. During our heat treatments, we raise the temperature in the treatment area to a degree known to be lethal to bed bugs and maintain it for several hours. Heat treatments are effective at eliminating bed bugs at all stages of development, including the bed bugs hiding away in your walls.
Freeze Treatments
Similar to heat treatments, bed bugs cannot withstand freezing temperatures for prolonged periods of time. We use Eco-Freeze, a liquid nitrogen treatment, on toys, electronics, and other sensitive items.
ULV Fogging
Ultra-low volume fogging is a treatment method that uses a ULV fogging machine to spray a mist. This is an effective way to eliminate bed bugs using only a small amount of pesticide.
Residual Sprays
Residual sprays remain effective for weeks after application. If we miss any bed bugs during the initial treatment, they may walk through the spray, eradicating them in the weeks that follow.
Dust Treatments
Dusting for bed bugs is used in conjunction with other treatment methods. Once applied, dust treatments create a barrier to restrict any bed bug activity.
Our Bed Bug Service Warranty
At Pestmaster® Services, we warranty all of our bed bug control treatments. This warranty goes into effect after the initial treatment and varies in length from 30-90 days, depending on the type of treatment you receive. For more information about our bed bug control services or bed bug service warranty, contact your local Pestmaster® Services today!
