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Bed Bug Control and Exterminator Services
A few years ago bed bugs seemed like a myth and were only heard of through a nursery rhyme. However in recent years, bed bug cases have been more common and an increasing problem in major cities with international travel continuing to rise and the 1972 ban of DDT. It is not uncommon to find bed bugs even in nice hotels. Because bed bugs disfavor bright light, they are mainly active at night. Bed bugs have a tiny flat oval body which allows them to hide easily. While pest control for bed bugs might be difficult, with the right pest control company, you can put them to bed for good.
Waking up with itchy or bruised skin is a common sign of a bed bug problem. Although they are called bed bugs, they do not just live in beds. Clutter, baseboards, carpeting, sofas and other furniture are all posh resorts for bed bugs. Fortunately, a bed bug problem is entirely controllable under professional care. Using state of the art equipment and techniques, our certified technicians will inspect your home’s environment and construction to identify the problem and determine the best course of action.
We are committed to providing a quick, affordable, and most importantly, effective solution to your pest problem, and we take every measure to protect you and your family’s safety throughout the process. So whether you suspect you have a bedbug problem or just want to make sure you never get one, we have the expertise and training to get rid of your unwanted house guests for good.
What Are The Common Signs of Bed Bug Infestation?
Visible Bite Marks
Bed bug bites are a telltale sign of an infestation. The bites are generally small, red, and itchy. In most cases, they'll be found on the feet, legs, or arms in small groups.
Dark Fecal Spots
When bed bugs are present, you may notice small dark spots that resemble ink on paper. They will likely appear on the seams and edges of furniture.
Discarded Shells
As bed bugs feed and grow, they will molt and shed their exoskeletons. You may start to see the shells near furniture with an infestation.
Unusual Odors
If you're noticing unusual odors and can't identify the source, it may be bed bugs. The combination of dead bugs, pheromones, and feces can resemble a musty laundry smell.
Seeing Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation?
Bed Bug Treatment Preparation Checklist
Before treating your home for bed bug infestation, there are a number of things that need to be done to ensure they’re eliminated. Make sure to follow the checklist carefully to make sure the bed bugs leave and don’t come back.
- Strip the beds and launder all sheets, pillowcases, mattress pads, and blankets.
- Remove everything from bedroom closets and place in sealed plastic bags.
- Remove everything from dresser drawers, nightstands, and dressing tables, and place in sealed plastic bags.
- Have all clothing and fabrics laundered (hot wash/ hot dryer cycle) or dry-cleaned.
- Remove drapes and have them laundered, dry-cleaned, or replaced.
- Discard cardboard boxes, shoeboxes, paper and plastic bags, old newspapers, stacks of magazines
- Vacuum all infested rooms, including the floor and furniture. Vacuum bags are to be placed in a sealed plastic bag and discarded outside. Do not reuse plastic bags.
- All loose items that aren’t discarded need to be placed in a sealed bag in the infested room for inspection and treatment.
Our Bed Bug Treatment & Control Process
Inspection
We perform a complete inspection of your entire home, both inside and outside to identify potential problems.
Initial Treatment
We treat both the interior and exterior of your home, focusing on potential problem areas to provide guaranteed pest protection for your home.
Detailed Reports
We’ll provide you with a detailed report of the termite service and treatments we performed on your home and provide recommendations on prevention.
On-Going Monitoring
Once your home has been treated, we’ll routinely monitor and maintain your home to ensure you don’t have any termites. Get peace of mind with a damage warranty.
Follow-Up
We strive to stay in close communication with all of our customers and will stay in touch with you about scheduled visit and address your needs.
Why Should You Call Arrow?
Arrow Termite & Pest Control guarantees that if you have any problems between visits, we will gladly come back out to your home free of charge! If you are not completely satisfied with your service after we have tried to rectify the problem, Arrow will give you your money back!
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How to Prevent Bed Bug Infestations
Inspect hotel rooms before unpacking.
Inspect used furniture before bringing home.
Use mattress and pillow covers.
Vacuum your floors and furniture regularly.
Remove clutter and clean regularly.
Bed Bug Treatment FAQs
How do you know if you have bed bugs?
Usually bed bugs are imported into a home through old furniture, beds, visitors, and luggage from a recent trip. Contrary to the common myth, cleanliness is not a determining factor when it comes to bed bug infestations. All that is required for bed bugs to thrive is an abundance of cracks in which to hide and the presence of warm-bodied hosts. A sure sign of bed bugs is when you see tiny reddish-brown bugs along the seams and crevices of your mattress, small blood stains on your mattress, and most obviously, if you start waking up with bruises and red bite marks on your body.
Does DIY pest control work for bed bugs?
Controlling and removing bed bugs requires a professional exterminator with experience in both treatment, preparation, and service. If you find one bed bug in your home, you more than likely have an infestation. These aggressive bed bugs can live weeks with out food, cause health issues, and are difficult to locate.
What treatment methods are used for bed bug infestations?
Treatment methods will vary based on a number of factors, but can include:
- Insecticidal dusts
- Liquid insecticides
- High pressure aerosol treatments
- Steam heat treatments
- Insect growth regulators
- Installation of mattress enclosures
- Expanding foam
- Bed bug monitors
What types of buildings can get bed bugs?
- SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
- PUBLIC HOUSING
- HOTELS AND RESORTS
- RETAIL STORES
- OFFICE BUILDINGS
- MOVIE THEATRES
- AND MORE!
What types of buildings can get bed bugs?
- SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
- PUBLIC HOUSING
- HOTELS AND RESORTS
- RETAIL STORES
- OFFICE BUILDINGS
- MOVIE THEATRES
- AND MORE!
Why don't you use the common heat method?
It’s simple…it’s the most profitable method out there today, because it’s the most costly. The problem is, it is not always effective because bed bugs simply go into an area that is not as hot as it needs to be and then they don’t all get eradicated. This method also does not leave any residue and therefore is not nearly as effective over time.