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Bed bug infestations are a common fear for homeowners. These tiny pests are challenging to eliminate as they are adept at hiding and can reproduce at astounding rates. While it’s critical to contact an exterminator at the first sign of an infestation, there are also steps you should take before and after the treatment to ensure a successful eradication.

Before Treatment

bed bugsGather the textiles from each infested room in your home; this includes bedding, area rugs, and curtains. Place everything in a sealed plastic bag and take it to a laundromat to have them washed on the highest heat setting. This will kill all of the remaining bed bugs and clean your clothes. After they have been washed and dried, keep them in a new sealed bag and store them outside the house until the treatment is over. This will keep the infestation contained to your home. You should also remove furniture and clutter from the rooms; if the furnishings are infested, it may be best to place them to the curb for garbage pick-up. Leave a sign so that others know not to pick it up. Lastly, clear the room or rooms that are being serviced so exterminators have easy access. 

After Treatment

Your exterminator will give you an exact timeframe. However, you should wait about six hours before returning to your home. When you do return, open up the windows and doors to increase ventilation as there will be lingering chemicals in the treated rooms. Wash the treated surfaces throughout your home, especially in the kitchen and the bathrooms. You will also need to do a deep vacuum cleaning to remove any lingering bed bugs.

 

If you spot any evidence of an infestation in your home, turn to the licensed exterminators at Select Pest Control, the premier pest control service in Cincinnati, OH. They offer comprehensive solutions for a number of common pest problems, including bed bugs, carpenter ants, and termites, and will educate you on the best methods to prevent a reoccurring infestation. Call (513) 352-0080 to schedule one of their services or visit the website for more information.

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