subject: 3 Simple Steps to DIY Bed Bugs Treatment [print this page] 3 Simple Steps to DIY Bed Bugs Treatment
What is the best bed bugs treatment? If you search the internet, you'll find all kinds of answers to that question. You'll find good advice and bad and some that's just "out there"The purpose of this article is to give you some simple DIY techniques to help treat these loathsome creatures.There are some things you can do yourself to truly make a difference. There is definitely a time to call in a professional too.We'll discuss each option and talk about when you can do some things yourself and when to call in a professional.Assuming you want to try the do-it-yourself approach, here's the 3 simple steps:1. Inspection2. Brushing3. VacuumingIf you start with these three steps and do them properly, you can start making a difference in the problem right away.Let's get started...InspectionIn the pest control industry any professional will tell you that no matter what pest you're facing the first step is ALWAYS inspection.Until you do a thorough inspection, you don't know exactly what you're up against. You don't know how bad it is or where the pests are living, breeding & hiding out.This is especially true when dealing with bed bugs. Inspection, inspection, inspection.You can read my other articles for a full description of how to properly inspect, but here's the basics:- Remove the bedspread, sheets, pillows and pillow cases- Look for any bed bugs signs while removing bedding- Carefully inspect all seams of mattress- Remove "cheese cloth" cover of box springs and look under seams- Inspect all cracks and crevices of bed frame & bed board- Carefully examine every drawer and other parts of nightstands & furnitureNow, on to step 2...BrushingAs you complete each part of the inspection you should be using a stiff brush to knock loose any eggs, nymphs, or adult bed bugs.Simple, right? Time for step 3...VacuumingVacuuming will be done in conjunction with brushing. Since the brushing will know loose any eggs, nymphs or bugs, you will want to vacuum them up immediately so they don't spread.A good Shop-Vac or a vacuum with attachments works great. The stronger the suction, the better the results.Note - If you're going to use the tips you have to be..well, anal for lack of a better word. I mean you have to be meticulous about this. Since you're not using any chemical means of treating you have really got to go inch by inch and really take your time and be thorough.This is something you need to be mentally prepared for, because it's going to take a while.You also want to target any furniture with a cloth covering. Vacuum and brush under cushions, turn the furniture over and get every seams and crack you can think of.These bugs specialize in hiding so really be aggressive about this.If at any time during the process you see a bunch of bugs crawling or something that you know is just too much for you to handle, that might be the time to call in a professional.This is not for the faint of heart and will need to be repeated more than once If you're ambitious however and you want to do something NOW to get relief, these 3 steps to bed bugs treatment are a good option.
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