Bed bugs are a persistent pest which have evolved over thousands of years to survive and flourish in densely populated areas such as London.
Many of Londoners have experienced bed bugs but it’s a subject not often talked about as they are considered to frequent dirty places, and this can be a cause of embarrassment for many.
This is untrue, and although regular laundering of bedding can help reduce the chances of bed bugs, they can enter your home and infest your bedroom or lounge easily through many ways.
The most common cause of bed bug infestation is though travel. Hotels can become infested, and the bugs can easily transfer to your home through your luggage.
They are also often transferred on second hand furniture without either party being aware.
You can find more information and answer all of your bed bug questions here.
How Do You Get Rid of Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs are hardy insects and will multiply quickly if left untreated. They can survive for long periods of time without feeding and can be almost impossible to spot due to their size and their ability to hide.
Bed bugs will not go away without proper treatment and although there are over the counter treatments available, none of these will kill the eggs meaning the infestation will almost certainly return within a matter of weeks.
The only way to get rid of bed bugs is with professional treatment using either insecticide or heat treatment. Both methods have their merits, and you can read about the effectiveness of both here.
Do Bed Bugs Come Back After Heat Treatment?
The only way to completely remove an infestation is to break the life cycle. Heat treatment for bed bugs is by far the most effective way of removing bed bugs as it will kill the bed bugs in the nest as well as the nymphs and the eggs.
By using heat treatment, bed bugs will not return unless they are re-introduced into your home through another method.
You can read more about the heat treatment process here.
Is Heat Treatment for Bed Bugs Guaranteed and What is the Success Rate of Getting Rid of Bed Bugs?
Many companies will offer a guarantee with their heat treatment. This will usually last 6 months. It is very unusual for bed bugs to return, but occasionally a second treatment or a follow up chemical treatment may be necessary.
It is important to follow the advice given by your pest controller to eliminate the chances of this happening. You must follow the pre-treatment process and prepare properly for your heat treatment. Read our blog on making preparations for bed bug heat treatment.
How Much Does It Cost to Heat Treat for Bed Bugs?
Heat treatment for bed bugs is not cheap. It requires the use of industrial heaters to heat the room or rooms to a certain temperature and maintain it for 4-6 hours. The heat is then circulated using fans.
It can take all day for a treatment and during the process specialist equipment is used to check for cold spots to ensure that the bed bugs cannot survive.
You can follow our pest controller through the heat treatment process by reading our blog here.
Who Should I Contact for Bed Bug Heat Treatment in London?
We offer a free, no obligation quote and our service is also fully discrete, we use unmarked vans and equipment, meaning your neighbours don’t need to find out.
Please contact us if you think you require treatment for bed bugs. We have over 10 years of pest control experience and cover all areas of London, Hertfordshire, Essex, and Kent.
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