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When is it time to stop the madness and just pay to have the Heat?

11/30/2013

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How can i get rid of bed bugsBed Bug Infestation on Mattress
A Bed Bug Heat Treatment isn't cheap but is worth being finally rid of those blood sucking pests. The answer is it Depends. If the bugs are physically in 2 or more areas of the home (not where you think they are, e.g. "their only in one room"), then the answer is: Now is the time to bring the heat. If they are physically in only one room and the infestation is manageable and small then it is possible to eradicate by heating just that room with supplement treatment around the home via treatment product. Although spray treatments are available they would almost never be recommended because bugs and eggs are resistant to chemicals and often deeply hidden from the treatment thus re-infestation is inevitable. Spray treatments are a gamble and the tenant will continue to be bit during the 6-12 treatment time. A heat Treatment on the entire structure is the only treatment with a one year warranty. The Picture on the left was taken near the ASU Dorms in Tempe AZ. The Pic Below was taken in Mesa AZ outside the door of an infested room. Don't let it get this bad Call us Now. Or reach us via our Contact us Page.

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How Do I Get Rid of Bed Bugs?

11/11/2013

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Bed Bug Treatment Types

DIY Do-it-yourself

  • Bed Bug Gimmicks: traps, trinkets, Bed Bug Mattress Covers, lures, sticky adhesives and detection devices found online or one youtube
  • Cleaning Home: vacuuming, laundering, carpet cleaning, mattress removal, bleach, furniture removal etc.
  • Chemical: Diatomaceous Earth, Home Depot pesticide, DIY pest control store bought products, Bed Bug Sprays, Bed Bug Powders, Alcohol etc.
  • Heat/Steam: Irons, steamers, blow dryers.

Professional Treatments

  • Product Treatment: Heavy Chemical Treatment in and around home
  • Spot Heat: Locational with high heat blower
  • Spot Freeze: Cryonite Locational with Cryonite Blower
  • Gas: Entire Structure Vikane Gas Fumigation
  • Heat: Entire Home
  • Heat and Gas: Heat Plus Vikane Fumigation

Bed Bug Removal

For those experiencing the horror of a bed bugs the vexing question of "how do I get rid of these little B@$+@Ⓡ¿nbsp;(quote from customer)?" is the highest priority. Because there are many extermination types it is important to understand when you may need the higher forms of treatment and when you may get lucky with one of the lesser forms. The full range of treatments is listed on the left in order of effectiveness. If you can find success by Doing it yourself, go for it! The higher forms of treatment will be necessary if the DIY treatments failed. Note: it is very typical mistake for individuals to believe they can eliminate bed bugs on their own. In hopes of saving them time, money, and stress we recommend professional help upon discovery failure to do so will lead to headache, cost, and time. Please read all of the Bed Bug Info page to understand why bed bugs are considered super bugs and are extremely difficult to eradicate. In short Bed Bugs have developed a chemical resistance to most pesticides, their eggs have biological resistance, they have the bionic ability to inbreed and mate with family members, they are small and live deep with in cracks, and the females lay up to 5 eggs per day.

Bed Bug Treatment Types in Perspective
Each of the treatment types listed has pros and cons and varied cost levels. 
DIY Do-It-Yourself bed bug treatments can range from zero dollars to a few hundred dollars all on a gamble that the bugs will be gone. We have known many people who have easily spent hundreds to thousands of dollars only to discover............ "their back"! Due to the above list of bed bug traits these do-it-yourself treatments may disrupt the bugs for a time but have little effect on them in the long term. Bugs are left alive which then mate and re-infest the home. We obviously hope you are lucky in your own treatment adventures.
Professional Treatments on the other hand move you into the upper echelon of treatment types designed to accommodate infestation levels, effectiveness, and cost. Do not get upset when professionals offer solutions that guarantee complete eradication this is their job. Chemical Treatments are typically only effective when the infestation is small, locational, and when affordability of treatment is a factor. Though success has occurred with this treatment type it is never guaranteed and the success rate is low. Family's will continue to be bit during the multi-visit multi-week treatment. Typical cost $95-$1,250 depending upon size/scope and repeat visits but typically on the lower half of $350-$700. 
Spot Heat and Spot Freeze are virtually the same  in effectiveness with Freeze beating out spot heat in safety. The Cryonite freezing is a bit safer for belongings. Again this is more locational so if living bugs are walking around the home and left alive they will mate and re-infest. Hotels with bed bug monitors often hire these forms of treatment because problems are discovered early, having known areas, and are small in scope. Treatments range from $65-$500
Gas and Fumigation are typically used when a higher success rate is needed for eradication. Though the success rate is higher then spot heat/freeze and chemical this form of bed bug removal is also not guaranteed.   During this treatment Gas replaces oxygen in the home suffocating the bugs and eggs to death. This is typically a 2-3 day affair. And often costs the same or more than a heat treatment. Note: A misconception is that there is chemical used in the home it is a gas vapor that dissipates upon completion. The pros are you get to keep all your belongings with a high success rate. The cons are, it is not guaranteed, takes 2-3 days to complete and may cost more than heat. There is no residue left in the home with this treatment type. Ranging from $1,200-$8,000 for homes.
Heat Treatments on the entire area are very effective. The structure is safely brought to a high temperature. At a sustained level heat permeates every crack of the home and bugs and eggs are cooked in place. This method is guaranteed by professionals, is typically the same cost or slightly cheeper than a fumigation, it takes   one day to complete, all belongs may be kept, zero fumes, zero odor. Ranging from $650-$5,500
Heat and Gas are typically used when a severe infestation has occurred in a large treatable area. The cost and time for this treatment is high and is typically seen as overkill. since the bed bugs will be dead typically by one or the other method. Ranging from $1,400-$8,500

If you live in any of these Arizona Cities and you have a bed bug problem please contact us immediately.
For Questions, service requests, estimates, and inspections you may also reach out to us on our Contact Page.

Anthem
Apache Junction

Avondale
Chandler

Gilbert
Glendale
Globe
Gold Canyon
Flagstaff
Fountain Hills
Maricopa



Mesa
Queen Creek
Payson
Phoenix
Paradise Valley
San Tan
Show Low
Surprise 
Scottsdale
Tempe
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Are Bed Bug Heat Treatments Safe?

11/5/2013

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The short answer is Yes!

The long answer is that depending on who you've hired to do the heat treatment will determine the level of safety provided. Make sure the company you  choose has a track record of safety and success. Absolutely refuse any individual, family member, friend, or uncle to do the treatment unless they meet every criteria set forth in this post as well as our Heat Treatment Page. Although we have made this process very safe for us and our customers heat and commercial heating equipment is not something to entrust to random individuals however well meaning they may be and however desperate you may be to get rid of them. 

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Safe Bed Bug Heat Treatment
Here are a few questions to ask your self to ensure the company you choose is safe. Are they licensed and insured? Do they Have Pre Treatment steps for belongings and heat sensitive items? Are they Heating to levels that are to High? Do they require Heat sensitive items to be removed? Is the temperature brought up smoothly to avoid overheating? Do they have knowledge and experience calculated in years? Do they Warranty their work. If you wish to learn more about our bed bug heat treatment and you live in or near Phoenix AZ feel free to contact us here.
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