What Keeps Bed Bugs Away?
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The best way to keep bed bugs away is to stay informed, inspect frequently, but also act quickly at the first sign of trouble. Below, you’ll find expert strategies for preventing infestation from ever becoming a problem in your home. Check out this article on recognising and how to prevent them.
🔥 Elimination using Heat
Heat treatment is the most effective way to kill BBs and their eggs. At Green Heat, we raise indoor temperatures to over 165°F (74°C), thus eliminating bed bugs in all life stages. Additionally, this process is safe for bedding, clothes, and furniture. Items that can’t withstand high heat must be inspected or discarded.
👕 Use Your Dryer Strategically
To prevent these critters from hitching a ride on your clothes, place all washable items in a hot dryer for at least 1 hour. This kills both adults and eggs. Green Heat also offers a mobile heat trailer for non-washable items like books, shoes, and electronics.
🧳 Travel Smart: Don’t Bring Bed Bugs Home
While traveling, inspect hotel beds and mattresses for red stains or live bugs. Keep luggage off the floor. Once home, wash and dry all clothing on high heat and vacuum your suitcase before storing it.
What Keeps Bed Bugs Away: Top Prevention Methods
- Avoid Used Furniture: Thoroughly inspect second-hand items before bringing them home.
- Vacuum Often: Especially around beds, couches, and baseboards to catch early-stage bugs.
- Check Pets: BBs don’t live on pets, but they can carry them indoors after time outside.
- Declutter: Reducing clutter limits hiding spots for bbs and makes inspections easier.
- Update Your Mattress: Consider replacing your mattress and bed frame every 2–3 years.
- Seal Entry Points: Use door sweeps, window seals, and outlet gaskets to prevent entry.
- Travel Carefully: Always inspect hotel rooms and keep bags off beds and floors.
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