Eco-Friendly Bed Bug Extermination: Safeguarding Health and the Environment
In response to the alarming rise in bed bugs reported in New York City in 2023 by the New York Post, Biotech Termite & Pest Control is stepping up to offer effective, eco-friendly extermination services and crucial advice to the affected community. Recognized for their professionalism and successful track record, Biotech is at the forefront of tackling this growing challenge.
Preventive Measures: Tips for Homeowners and Businesses
Biotech Termite & Pest Control emphasizes the importance of prevention in combating bed bug outbreaks. They advise regular inspection of secondhand furniture, maintaining cleanliness, and vigilance in detecting early signs of bed bugs. In addition, Biotech recommends:
Importance of Regular Bed Bug Inspection
How to Inspect Effectively
- Bedrooms: Focus on mattresses, bed frames, headboards, and bedside tables. Look for live bugs, eggs, shed skins, and dark spots of fecal matter.
- Upholstered Furniture: Inspect seams, folds, and tufts. Pay special attention to sofas and chairs.
- Wall Fixtures: Examine behind picture frames, electrical outlets, and peeling wallpaper.
- Travel Items: Always inspect luggage and clothing after traveling. Wash and dry all clothes immediately in hot temperatures/highest settings.
Tools for Inspection of Bed Bugs
- Use a flashlight or cell phone light for better visibility in dark areas.
- Zooming in using your cell phone camera or a magnifying object can help in identifying small bed bugs and eggs.
- Sticky tape can be used to pick up suspected bed bugs for closer examination.
Upgraded Protective Measures
Preventive Products for Bed Bugs
- Encasements: Invest in high-quality, bed bug-proof mattress and box spring encasements to trap any bed bugs and prevent new ones from entering.
- Interceptors: Place bed bug interceptors under the legs of beds and furniture. They trap bed bugs attempting to climb up, making detection easier.
Home Maintenance for Bed Bug Prevention
- Seal cracks and crevices in walls, baseboards, and floors.
- Repair or remove peeling wallpaper and tighten loose electrical faceplates.
- Reduce clutter to minimize bed bug hiding spots.
Advanced Travel Precautions for Bed Bugs
Before Your Stay
- Research accommodations: Check reviews for mentions of bed bugs.
- Pack wisely: Consider using hard-shelled luggage as it offers fewer hiding spots for bed bugs.
During Your Stay
- Inspect the room: Immediately check the bed, furniture, and near headboards.
- Protect your belongings: Keep your luggage on a luggage rack, away from the bed and walls. Use plastic bags to encase your luggage if necessary.
Post-Travel Protocol
- Unpack carefully: Do this in a space that’s easy to clean, like a garage or bathroom.
- Laundry measures: Wash all clothes from your trip in hot water and dry on the highest setting.
- Luggage treatment: Vacuum your suitcase and consider using a hand steamer to treat the surface.
By implementing these expanded strategies for regular inspection, enhanced protective measures, and comprehensive travel precautions, individuals can significantly reduce the risk of bed bug infestations in their homes and businesses. Being vigilant and proactive is key to staying ahead of bed bug issues.
Rising to the Challenge: Expert Extermination Services
As NYC residents and businesses confront an unprecedented increase in bed bug infestations, Biotech Termite & Pest Control offers state-of-the-art solutions. Utilizing eco-friendly methods like high heat treatment and cryonite freezing, Biotech ensures a safe and thorough extermination process. Their comprehensive approach includes detailed inspections to detect and eliminate every bed bug from the affected premises.
Preparation and Peace of Mind: Biotech’s Unique Approach
Understanding the distress and disruption caused by bed bug infestations, Biotech offers a ‘White Glove’ service, ensuring a hassle-free experience for their clients. This service includes managing all aspects of bed bug preparation, allowing customers to maintain their daily routine with minimal disturbance. The treatment spans across various spaces in both residential and commercial properties, ensuring a bed bug-free environment.
Community Commitment and Customer Satisfaction
Dedicated to serving the NYC community, Biotech Termite & Pest Control places customer satisfaction at the heart of their mission. Their commitment to providing effective and swift solutions to bed bug infestations has earned them trust and accolades from both residential and commercial clients.
Contact Information and Availability
For more information on bed bug extermination services in NYC or to schedule a consultation, contact Biotech Termite & Pest Control.