This is how to eliminate bed bugs from your home
We're in bedbug season, and while this may seem harmless, in some severe cases, homes and spaces can become infested with these tiny blood-sucking insects. Furthermore, since they require the blood of living beings, they can drain the blood of humans, mammals, or domestic birds in order to survive.
They are more common than you think; they are attracted to heat and carbon dioxide, and they live in cracks in walls, bed frames, electrical outlets, and mattresses.
It is important to note that the presence of these insects is not related to a lack of cleanliness , so rest assured, their appearance often does not depend on the level of hygiene. Their origin dates back thousands of years, which is why they have always been considered one of the least pleasant visits for anyone.
How to eliminate them 100 percent?According to Healthline, as temperatures rise, so do the appearance of these insects. However, contrary to many myths, heat doesn't "create" or "cause" them. What is true is that it accelerates their life cycle, increases their activity, and since they "appear" in the summer, they are more likely to spread due to the number of people traveling.
We'll give you a series of steps to help you get rid of them as quickly as possible:
- Confirm the infestation . Look for black spots (feces) on your sheets or mattress, shed skin or white eggs, or bites in a line or cluster on your skin.
- Isolate and prepare the room . Don't move objects in the room, as this could spread the bed bugs to other areas. Remove sheets, pillowcases, and pillows and place them in airtight bags.
- Wash with hot water. Next, wash your bedding, clothes, curtains, etc. at temperatures above 60°C (140°F). This will get rid of the insects and their eggs. Then, dry each item at a high temperature (for at least 30 minutes).
- Vacuum thoroughly. Use a vacuum cleaner for the mattress (plus areas like seams and edges), bed frames, crevices, vents, and furniture, as these are common hiding places. Dispose of the bag or empty the sealed container outside.
- Treat your mattress and bed. Cover your mattress and pillow with bed bug-proof covers (with a tight seal). They'll help trap bed bugs inside and prevent further infestations if eggs remain.
- Heat treatment : Professional services raise the temperature of the entire room to over 50°C for several hours, killing bed bugs and their eggs without chemicals.
- Insecticides : If heat treatment isn't an option for you, use bed bug products, apply to cracks, mattresses, and furniture, and repeat in 7-10 days (for hatched eggs). Always remember to wear gloves and ventilate the area well.
Finally:
Remember that homemade insecticides like alcohol, chlorine, or vinegar are not effective. Avoid throwing away furniture, as this could spread the infestation to other people. Monitor the area approximately every two months.
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