Treating Bedbugs

By Renee Garcia

Bedbug treatment can be done by a professional exterminator. If you do not want to do it yourself, you can always contact one. But if you believe that you can do it, there are many methods to choose from.

Extreme heat is an effective bedbug treatment. First, scrub and vacuum each surface of the infested mattress or furniture. Seal the vacuum bag in a plastic container. This will stop any transfer of bedbugs.

Exposing the mattress or furniture under the sun can kill bedbugs. Leave them there for hours. And make sure to inspect for bedbugs before bringing them back inside your house.

Diatomaceous soil is also used to kill bedbugs. This soil is composed of single-celled algae. The soils jagged edges can cut through a bedbugs body. The soil cannot harm you or any pet because its particles are too small. Scatter the soil in the infested area and on infested furniture. Leave the soil there for a day or two. Then, you can vacuum to remove the soil.

Bedbugs can also be killed through steam cleaning. The only problem with this method is that not all surfaces can withstand steam cleaning. Therefore, you must be very sure that the furniture will not be destroyed if you choose to use this method.

Bedbug insecticides are also effective. These can be bought either in sprays or in dust form. You can even buy insecticides that are less toxic and eco-friendly. In buying insecticides, just be sure that you get one designed to kill bedbugs. Before application, be sure to read the product label and instructions. Also remember that insecticides must be handled with care at all times.

If you only found bedbugs in your mattress, use a mattress cover to kill the bedbugs. The mattress cover will seal the bedbugs inside. The insects will no longer be able to bite you because of the cover. Thus, they will die of hunger. In 6 months, bedbugs will die.

All these methods have been proven effective in killing bedbugs. Choose one to get rid of the bedbug infestation in your home. - 30195

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