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Thermal Remediation
BED BUGS
Bed bugs have become a common problem dealt with by organizations ranging from low income housing authorities to five star hotels. Causing not only physical symptoms but also psychological effects, it is important that bed bug infestations are treated immediately and with the appropriate equipment to successfully eradicate an infestation.
HEAT VS. TRADITIONAL
Applying high heat is a more effective method to terminate a bed bug infestation in comparison to using chemical applications. Bed bugs are more resistant than ever to insecticides, meaning chemicals may not be able to kill all insect life stages resulting in remaining live bed bugs post-treatment. Whereas, bed bugs simply cannot survive at extreme temperatures making heat a better treatment option. Furthermore, only one heat treatment is necessary to eliminate an infestation, while chemicals usually require multiple treatments.
THE RIGHT SOLUTION
To eliminate insecticide-resistant bed bugs, Custom Bedbug uses TEMP-AIR, Inc's line of electric bed bug heat treatment equipment. Thermal Remediation® bed bug heaters are thermostatically controlled not to exceed 135°F, making them a safe, eco-friendly pest control option. These units are an effective bed bug infestation solution designed specifically for the needs of pest control professionals, hotels, universities, housing authorities and property management companies.
Traditional Liquid
BED BUGS
Traditional pesticides kill bed bugs by contact and long-term residual exposure.
However, recent studies show that bed bugs are becoming increasingly resistant many pesticides labeled for bed bug treatment. Inefficient dosages and weakened products have contributed this growing statistics. In addition, there are currently no approved pesticides that will kill bed bug eggs.
With pesticide applications, bed bugs must come in contact with a sufficient dose to cause mortality. There are many variables that determine whether or not a treatment will be successful. These variables include: how long the customer has had bed bugs; what do-it-yourself treatments the customer has tried; what products the professional is using; at what rate those products are mixed; clutter levels; etc.
TRADITIONAL PRO’S
Professional pesticides, as well as the equipment used in application, are relatively inexpensive. This makes traditional applications a good solution for those who are working with a strict budget.
TRADITIONAL CON’S
Because there are no labeled pesticides that kill bed bug eggs it is necessary to do multiple treatments spread out over a period of time. This is not usually an acceptable solution for customers wanting their bed bug problems solved in a hurry. Additionally, bed bugs that do not come in contact with the products will continue to survive and propagate.
Along with bed bugs becoming increasingly resistant to chemical pesticides, customers are becoming more opposed to treatments involving chemicals.
Preparation for traditional treatments can also be very onerous for customers who don’t want to rearrange their whole house.
Canine Inspections
CANINE SCENT DETECTION
Bed bugs are extremely efficient at finding harborage areas that are difficult to locate. Professionally trained handlers work with canines that have been bred specifically for scent detection.
CANINE PRO’S
Canines can be an effective tool for locating bed bug harborage areas and confirming whether or not bed bugs are actually present. Properly trained canine teams can be an effective resource in bed bug detection.
CANINE CON’S
Not all canine teams are certified. Certification is issued to canine teams that have proven that they can locate bed bugs, as well as being able to differentiate between the scent of live bed bugs and dead ones. However, even a bed bug team that has been certified is never going to be 100% accurate.