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