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How to get rid of bed bugs

Safe, immediate steps you can take now, followed by an honest read of when to bring in a licensed, eco-friendly local provider.

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Step-by-step to get rid of bed bugs

  1. Contain infested bedding in bags
  2. Wash and dry bedding and clothing on high heat
  3. Vacuum mattress, frame, and baseboards
  4. Encapsulate mattress and box spring
  5. Call a licensed provider for a thorough plan

Safe DIY methods

  • Wash and dry bedding on high heat
  • Vacuum mattress, frame, and baseboards thoroughly
  • Use encasements and monitor with traps
  • Do NOT move infested items to other rooms

When to call a licensed provider instead

  • You keep seeing them after repeated DIY attempts.
  • The pest is structural, protected, or a health risk (termites, carpenter ants, wasps, rodents near food).
  • You aren't certain what you're dealing with.

For structural, protected, or health-risk pests, never DIY with wild chemical mixes. See how local exterminators handle bed bugs →

Common questions

Can I get rid of bed bugs myself?

Early, limited cases can be managed with heat washing, vacuuming, encasements, and monitoring — but bed bugs hide in crevices, and DIY frequently misses some. Professional treatment is usually needed for certainty.

Why do bed bugs keep coming back?

Unfound eggs or harborage survive. Thorough professional treatment plus a follow-up inspection breaks the cycle.

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