Try Bed Bug Heat Treatment To Get Rid Of Persistent Creepy-Crawlies

Jeepers creepers, where’s you get those bugs? Bed bug heat treatment is one of the most effective ways to get rid of an infestation of the creepy vermin. A few years ago, bed bugs were only heard of in children’s playful good night rhymes. “Good night; sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite” was a nonsensical verse up until a few years ago when the actual insects showed up enforce. No one wants to deal with lice, bed bugs or fleas but sometimes parasites happen. Here is some information to think about:

- What do they look like? These are tiny dots that look like grainy pepper or poppy seeds.

- Where do they come from? Because of increased global travel, travelers from regions of the world that were still infested with these critters have brought them or Americans have picked them up and brought them home. These critters have made their way into our homes, businesses and public buildings on their traveling hosts. Even libraries and senators’ offices have had outbreaks. Hotel rooms are prime spots, especially the floor, bed and headboard. A hotel guest should check around for telltale signs upon check-in. Putting luggage on the floor is a no-no. Using the metal luggage stand would be a wiser idea.

- How does a person get rid of them? There are multiple methods of ridding a house or belongings of these pesky specks. Some examples include:

o Heat treatment: Heat is very effective in eradicating an infestation. Rapid high temperatures can wipe them out. A clothes dryer or hair dryer may be effective.

o Cold treatments: Extreme cold temps may work as well. Cryonite is a product used in European countries which freezes the vermin. This product is sprayed from a canister similar to a fire extinguisher. Instead of extinguishing fires, however, it wipes out an infestation.

o Smoke insecticide: Pest control companies may use the “smoke” method which is actually spraying insecticide in the area.

o Steaming them: Another effective method of eradication is with the use of steam. A standard steam cleaner that has multiple jets will be appropriate and is especially lethal if paired with insecticide.

- Treating bites: If a person gets bitten by these pests, the itching can be relieved in a variety of ways. Tea tree oil may be used and is also effective with lice. An extremely hot shower may also slow down the symptoms. Allergy medicine with antihistamine can alleviate the itchiness for a time. A topical cortisone cream may be applied to the bit to provide relief, too.

The onslaught of these pesky insects caught many citizens by surprise. What many individuals thought was as unrealistic as the boogie man has now shown up in hotels, homes, apartments, public buildings and government offices. This is a rapidly spreading problem because the female lays so many eggs at one time. But a cure isn’t impossible. Many pest companies are becoming extremely adept at getting rid of these critters. Bed bug heat treatment can exterminate them as can steam, cold, smoke and insecticides.