If you’re struggling with bedbugs, the next steps can seem somewhat intimidating. What do you do to eliminate them, and how do you keep them away for good? Not only is infestation a hassle, but it results in itchy bites and bedding that makes sleeping seem like a chore. The pest control experts at Bolivar, Missouri’s Collins Exterminating offer helpful advice on what to do if bedbugs are inhabiting your home. 

• Eliminate Them Immediately: While the permanent removal of bedbugs requires a professional, don’t wait for the exterminator's arrival to begin eliminating the issue. Start immediately by using a vacuum to thoroughly scan your mattress and box spring, and crush any you see elsewhere. Use a vacuum bag that can be thrown away outdoors to prevent further infestation, and thoroughly wash and clean your vacuum after cleaning in case any bugs or eggs happen to remain inside the machine. The last thing you want is further breeding.
• Use Heat to Your Advantage: Heat is deadly to bedbugs, so use it your advantage. Whether they are eggs or fully grown insects, using the highest heat possible for a half-hour or longer should start killing them off. Laundering bedding is the most efficient way to do this, so if you’re experiencing an infestation, wash and dry bedding at high heat every few days. Doing so will kill off existing bedbugs and their eggs, reducing their chances of breeding. You don’t have to notice visible signs for the bugs to be present, as eggs are tiny and can be hard to spot.
• Call Your Exterminator: To eliminate bedbugs and keep them away, you’ll need an exterminator. Do as much as you can beforehand to reduce their presence, but bear in mind that with rapid breeding rates, it’s impossible to do so on your own; it takes highly trained pest control experts to get the job done. The products and techniques exterminators use are designed to eliminate any existing insects, as well as reducing any further chances of infestation.

If you want to eliminate bedbugs for good, trust in the team at Collins Exterminating. No matter how big or small the infestation, this expert exterminator will tackle it with efficiency, offering a five-year, pest-free guarantee. Visit them online for more information on their pest control services, or call (417) 326-2124 to schedule your free estimate today!