If you find signs of a bed bug infestation in your home, you may feel compelled to take immediate action to eliminate the problem on your own. Are bed bug home remedies ineffective, though?
It’s likely that you can find certain over-the-counter medications and hardware store brands that are touted as less expensive substitutes for hiring a professional to deal with any pest you’re experiencing. In this article, we’ll take a look at a few of the most well-known remedies for getting rid of bed bugs and other unwanted household pests.
Can you tell me about the various bed bug home remedies?
Whether or not you have children or pets in your home, the size of your home, and the severity of your infestation are all factors in determining the best DIY bed bug treatment. Although professional assistance is always preferable, there are a number of methods and products available to help you out.
When it comes to getting rid of these annoying visitors, no amount of force or easiness can make up for a lack of knowledge, skill, or equipment. Because some pest treatments are more effective in certain sections of the home and at certain times, the average consumer or homeowner may need to learn when, where, and how to treat bugs.
There are benefits and drawbacks to using both insecticides and other commercially available methods for treating bed bugs. Choose a treatment plan that fits your specific requirements. Common pest management measures consist of:
Foggers
Although foggers provide some risks and drawbacks, they can be effective when used routinely and in conjunction with other pest control methods. Some foggers are so flammable that the user is advised to turn off the gas to the house before using it. Since the chemicals in the fogger are harmful to breathe in and touch, you and your family and pets will need to leave the house for several hours while treatment is being done. It’s possible that you’ll have to perform this numerous times over the course of a few days. In addition, the chemicals used in foggers might have an unpleasant odor.
Thermal Treatments
Although you may buy bed bug heat treatment equipment online, it may be pricey, especially if you only plan on using it once. If you suspect that a single piece of furniture or a small collection of belongings, like bedding or clothing, is infested with bed bugs, you can quickly heat the space to kill the pests. However, heating the entire bedroom or house to 113 degrees for long enough to eradicate the pests can be costly and time-consuming. Depending of the machinery you purchase, you might not even be able to keep temperatures stable without causing damage to the heating elements.
Devices for Interception
Bed bugs are attracted to vertical surfaces like drawers and furniture legs because they often lead to a sleeping host. Bed bug interceptor traps are tiny plastic trays placed beneath the legs of furniture to prevent and catch any bed bugs attempting to climb. Because they stop the bed bugs before they can climb, interceptor traps are ineffective at getting rid of them.
Can you treat bed bugs at home?
A solitary bed bug can be easily exterminated. However, due to their rapid reproduction, bed bugs can be difficult to track down and destroy completely. Bed bugs can hide almost anywhere, including in the crevices of your box spring, couch, and other furniture. Do-it-yourself pest control solutions can be costly in terms of both time and money, and there’s no promise that the pests will be eliminated.
It’s important to remember that most treatments are only effective during specific times in the insect’s life cycle. It’s important to employ a number of methods, to ensure that the area is thoroughly coated, and to remain at it until all signs of bed bugs have disappeared.
Comparing Do-It-Yourself and Professional Insect Control
Although there are several methods for getting rid of bed bugs, doing it on your own will take much longer and be less effective. Expertise, which includes training, experience, and specialist knowledge, can speed up and enhance the process. Experts in pest control have access to tools and supplies that aren’t available at the local hardware store, such as pesticides and protective gear.
Thousand Oaks Pest Control’s trained professionals can eliminate pests more quickly than you can on your own. Our powerful fumigation method has the potential to eradicate bed bugs wherever they may be hiding, including in closets, along baseboards, in bedding, and in upholstered furniture. Because fumigation is effective against all bed bug stages (including eggs) and leaves no visible evidence, your home will be safe for infants, toddlers, and dogs immediately after treatment.
Our highly trained staff is also capable of administering a liquid pesticide treatment for less severe infestations. Our liquid treatment for bed bugs works immediately, so you can get back to a good night’s sleep.