February 2019

Treating and eliminating bed bugs on your own can be a daunting task. It is challenging because they know how to hide so well and their reproduction cycle is quick. Additionally, their egg stage is highly resistant to most forms of treatment, and thus a single trial may not be effective to complete the task.  Don’t try and get rid of bed bugs on your own, get an exterminator into help.

Eliminating bed bugs is a complex procedure. The likelihood of succeeding by your own, especially if you have never done it before is pretty low. It depends on various factors such as the extent of the infestation, sites challenges as well as the type of treatment. So, completing the task can take weeks or months and still not be as effective as expected.

So, why shouldn’t you get rid of the bed bugs on your own?

Having a complete and successful bed bug treatment is not easy as most people tend to think so. It can be time-consuming and costly and still may fail. It is important you seek specialized help to handle the job. Why?

Problem identification is challenging

Identifying the exact problem is not easy. You need to determine infested areas, the surrounding living space and the extent of the infestation. You will also need to identify the pests correctly by collecting samples and showing them to an entomologist expert for analysis. Now, this can be a hectic process for you to take, and the likelihood to make a mistake is high. That’s why you will need a trained pest controller to help determine such issues in order to have complete pest control.  Here is a look at where bed bugs hide.

Developing a strategy

Developing strategies using a calendar to schedule each phase requires specialized skills. Maintaining records for the whole process including dates and the exact locations of the pests is tricky and time-consuming. You might find yourself forgetting and doing it the wrong way. So, you require specialized guidance to help you out.

Treatment

Determining the type of treatment that is effective, safe and legal requires careful consideration. You need to determine the non-chemicals methods that are EPA-registered, use proper drying agents to ensure the bed bugs does not develop resistance, and ensure it is safe for you and your neighbors. Doing this in your own is risky, chemicals that treat bed bugs can be toxic to humans.  A professional from Gecko Pest Control can make sure that everything is kept safe.

All in all, fighting any pest requires due diligence to avoid mistakes that end up being harmful to you and your family. There is no need to consume your precious time to fight the bed bugs, and the end result is a fail or perhaps a bigger negative effect. It’s important to consult pest control specialists for guidance and help.