Bed bug infestation is a major problem for tenants and operators. Health and mental welfare can be seriously affected by prolonged exposure to bed bugs and other insects such as cockroaches and mites. Low barrier and hard to house facilities are more vulnerable to experience an infestation.

Bed bug infestations can be difficult to eradicate once they appear. Check out the Bed Bug Information for Emergency Shelters for general advice for managing a bed bug infestation.

Bed Bug Treatment Options

There are a variety of different methods to eradicate bed bugs, including:

Chemical sprays
Steam
Cold treatment
Heat treatment (including both portable and heat treatment rooms)
Diatomacesous earth

Talk to the local pest control provider to determine the best methods for each situation.

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Bed Bug Prevention

The best way to manage a bed bug infestation is to prevent it from taking hold. Here are a few general recommendations:

Limit or eliminate second hand furniture.
Minor renovations to isolate rooms, such as installing door sweepers and spray foam, to limit the spread of bed bugs.