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How to get rid of bed bugs at home

Practical guidance for Roanoke homes & businesses.

Illustrative bedding photograph; no infestation is depicted
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How to get rid of bed bugs: contain belongings, remove visible bugs and get a coordinated treatment plan. Roanoke, VA help: (540) 632-8124. A few DIY steps can help, but cleaning one item does not eliminate bed bugs throughout a home.

DIY steps to try first

  1. Keep belongings contained

    Bag affected clothing and bedding before moving them through the home. Avoid carrying unbagged items into another bedroom.

  2. Use the dryer for suitable items

    EPA recommends high heat for 30 minutes for clothing and bedding that can tolerate it. Check care labels, then place treated items in clean, sealed bags.

  3. Vacuum carefully

    Vacuum accessible seams, cracks, and baseboards. Seal the vacuum bag in another bag and discard it outside. Ask your provider how preparation fits the proposed treatment.

Know the limits
Do not heat rooms with space heaters or use flammable liquids. Whole-room treatment is different from safely drying suitable clothing.

When to call a professional

Request a free consultation about bed bug treatment in Roanoke before starting multiple treatments. Tell us what evidence you found, which rooms are affected, and what has already been applied.

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Request a free consultation about your Roanoke-area property. We’ll discuss your concern and whether a free inspection is the right next step.

Callback times are requested, then confirmed by the business. Treatment is quoted separately.

Additional guidance: EPA: DIY Bed Bug Control

Further reading: EPA: Preparing for Treatment Against Bed Bugs. General guidance; property-specific recommendations require an inspection.

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