Bed Bug Prep

Preparation can play a major part in the success of any bed bug treatment. By following this checklist before and after treatment, you can increase the success rate of your bed bug treatment.

Pre-treatment

Remove all bedding and clothing from bed and place in sealed bags

Separate mattresses, box springs, and bed frames (place against walls)

Open and empty any drawers in nightstands, side tables, and dressers

Vacuum, sweep, or mop floor of every room scheduled for service

Move large furniture from walls

Remove any posters, pictures, paintings, or flags from wall

Post-treatment

Wash all bedding and clothing from bed sealed in bags in hot water

If encasements were purchased, enclose mattresses and box springs

Wipe down bed frame and any luggage returned to serviced rooms

Wipe down drawers in nightstands, side tables, and dressers

Vacuum, sweep, or mop floor of every room serviced

Inspect all items returned to rooms serviced for evidence of activity

Preparation can play a major part in the success of any bed bug treatment. By following this checklist before and after treatment, you can increase the success rate of your bed bug treatment.