Old Island Pest Control
1027 Pandora Ave
Victoria, BC.
V8V 3P6
(250) 920-6267

 

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bed bug preparation

 

  • Strip all bedding including upholstery blankets and pillow cases
  • All bedding must be bagged & laundered on treatment day
  • Items stored under the bed must be removed
  • Dressers and furniture with drawers must be emptied
  • Closets must be fully cleared (shelving & floor areas)
  • All clothing must be bagged & laundered on treatment day
  • All drapery should be bagged & laundered
  • Vacuum carpets, upholstery, mattress, and boxspring, concentrating on the perimeter edge of carpets and the edging around the mattress and boxspring prior to treatment
  • Vacuum bag must be disposed of immediately to a garbage outside of the building
  • Move furniture away from walls
  • Laundry bags should not be reused for clean laundry
  • Cupboards under sinks (kitchen/bathroom) must be cleared
  • Baseboards should be removed
  • All plug and light switch plates must be removed
  • Some furniture may be required to be disposed of
  • All occupants must remain out of premises for 8 hours
  • All pets must be removed and aquariums covered with air intake disconnected
  • Infants and pregnant women should be out 24 hours
  • People with medical conditions or sensitivities should be out 24 hours
  • All food & dishes must be kept in fridge or cupboards
  • A follow up treatment will be done in approx. 2 weeks

 

Preparation is important and necessary for bedbugs to be eliminated