Control of Bed Bugs
Control of Bed Bugs
Control of Bed Bugs
Protection from Bed Bugs for residential and commercial properties
The parasitic insect (scientifically known as Cimex Lectularius Linnaeus) has a habit of seeking refuge in the bedding during daytime and feed on the occupants’ blood, at night. Those itchy bites you wake up to every morning could be the bed bug infestation signs that you need to pay immediate attention to.
Suren Cooke Agencies offers specialised bed bug control services in Sri Lanka, designed to eradicate those unwanted intruders.
We offer a range of bed bug treatment including bed bug heat treatment, bed bug removal as well as bed bug prevention methods.
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Heat Treatment
Bed bug heat treatment is done using an elevated level of temperature or heat without the use of chemicals. A highly effective method of eradicating parasites from homes, condos, apartments, hotels, this treatment method is very safe for the occupants.
Steam Treatment
Saturated and dry steam, superheated to 180°C, is a method with a low environmental impact that kills bedbugs without having to use insecticides. Steam can be directed into nesting areas that are difficult to treat.
CO2 Freezing
CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) snow that is pressurised and applied in thin layers, kills bed bugs and other insects by a rapid freezing of the fluids in their cells causing instant death. When the CO2 snow hits surfaces at normal temperatures, it evaporates and becomes CO2 gas.
There are two varieties of insecticides used for obtaining the best possible effect in treating the bed bugs. While there are various brands of insecticides available in the market, they all fall within two broad descriptions which should be the base for choosing the best solution.
- Contact insecticide - Used on surfaces which come into frequent human contact. i.e. fabricated furniture.
- Residual insecticide – Used for treating bugs within furniture cracks and crevices and underneath the surfaces that might come into contact.
There is no chemical treatment for treating unhatched bed bug eggs. Hence, two weeks after the initial treatment, a second treatment needs to be done, once the eggs have hatched.
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Bed bug facts
Bed bugs are light brown to reddish brown in colour, flattened, oval in shape and have pad-like thin front wings but no hind wings. Generally, bed bugs grow to be 4mm-5mm long and 1.5mm-3mm wide. They seem to have a banded appearance due to their sectioned abdomen and tiny yet invisible hairs. They are easily misidentified for other insects such as small cockroaches or carpet beetles.
Moreover, bed bugs can survive in a wide range of temperatures and different atmospheres. During warm conditions, their movements are like ants. Bed bugs also emit an unpleasant odour when crushed, like many other insects. The life span of bed bugs varies according to the species and their feeding patterns.
Bed bugs are parasitical insects that feed on blood. They are drawn to their hosts by carbon dioxide and by warmth. They prefer to feed from exposed skin such as the face, neck and arms of a sleeping person. Bedbugs have mouth parts that can cut through the skin and inject saliva with anticoagulants and painkillers. The sensitivity of humans to bed bug bites may vary from extreme allergic reaction to no reaction at all. Usually, the bed bug bite gives rise to a swelling with no red spot, but when many bugs feed on a small area reddish spots might appear after the swelling lessens.
Frequently asked questions
Itchy bites and appearance of flat, red welts in zigzag lines, straight rows or small clusters, spotting of bed bug fecal on fabric, blood stains on bedding, empty bed bug shells or tiny molted skins left behind are among the key signs. Strong, unpleasant odor is also another sign of bed bugs.
Itchy bites and appearance of flat, red welts in zigzag lines, straight rows or small clusters, spotting of bed bug fecal on fabric, blood stains on bedding, empty bed bug shells or tiny molted skins left behind are among the key signs. Strong, unpleasant odor is also another sign of bed bugs.
Our treatments include heat treatment, CO2 Freezing, steam treatment and insecticide treatment.
Heat treatment operates at a temperature of 118°F (48°C) or at 122°F (50°C) for immediate defecation. To effectively kill all stages of the bed bugs’ life cycle (egg to adult), temperature of the room space is increased within 90 minutes through the use of specially-designed equipment.
Yes, it is safe.
No, this is not advisable. Always seek professional assistance.
The duration depends on the area that needs to be treated. Generally, the treatment duration could vary from four to eight hours. It is advisable to repeat the treatment, at least two to three times.
It is important to ensure that proper access to the treatment space is provided by clearing off all belongings and furniture. Ensure that all unwanted items are discarded.
Repeating the treatment at least two or three times or in certain cases, about four times, is recommended.
Steam kills the insects that come in contact with it, similar to CO2 freezing. Saturated and dry steam, superheated to 180°C, is a method with a low environmental impact that kills bedbugs without having to use insecticides.
We do not offer any guarantee as most treatments do not have a residual effect. Since bed bugs are hitchhikers, they can be brought in from outside, anytime.