Bed Bug Treatments
Bed bugs spread quickly, hide deeply, and are notoriously difficult to eliminate without a structured plan. Effective bed bug treatment requires precise applications, strict preparation, and follow-up visits timed to break egg cycles — not foggers or over-the-counter sprays.
Pestcom Pest Management provides professional bed bug treatment programs designed to eliminate active infestations and verify results through monitoring and follow-up.
Why Bed Bugs Are Hard to Eliminate
Bed bugs present unique challenges compared to other household pests:
- They hide in tight seams, joints, and voids near sleeping areas
- Eggs are resistant and require follow-up timing to eliminate newly hatched nymphs
- They can survive for months without feeding
- DIY sprays often push them deeper into furniture and walls
Successful control requires a coordinated approach that targets adults, nymphs, eggs, and harborage sites — followed by verification.
Our Bed Bug Treatment Program
Program Cadence (Resistance-Aware)
Our treatment programs follow a structured schedule designed to interrupt bed bug life cycles and reduce resistance risk.
Typical cadence:
- Day 0: Initial knockdown and placement
- Day 14: Follow-up to break egg cycles and refresh treatments
- Day 28: Final clean-out and confirmation
Most clients see activity drop significantly after the second visit as harborages are exhausted.
How We Treat Bed Bugs
Inspection & Monitoring
- Inspect beds, sofas, baseboards, and nearby furniture
- Identify harborage zones and travel paths
- Place monitors and interceptors when appropriate
Targeted Treatment
- Crack-and-crevice liquid applications to seams, frames, and joints
- Dust voids and outlets as labeled
- Mattress and box spring encasements when needed
- No foggers or broad, surface sprays
Education & Prevention
- Clear laundry and containment guidance
- Instructions on what to avoid between visits
- Ongoing monitoring to confirm success
Preparing for Bed Bug Treatment
Before We Arrive
- Bag all bedding and linens; dry on high heat (30+ minutes)
- Store cleaned items in sealed bags or totes
- Empty nightstands and nearby items within 5 feet of beds
- Light decluttering only — do not move items room-to-room
- Do not apply DIY sprays, foggers, or repellents
- Leave beds assembled
After Each Visit
- Sleep in the bed (this helps draw bugs through treated areas)
- Keep beds pulled from walls with interceptors in place
- Avoid washing treated seams and edges for 14 days
- Expect brief increases in sightings as eggs hatch
- Vacuum cracks and baseboards after 48 hours
- Report activity with photos so treatment can be adjusted
Call (208) 795-3298 for a free bed bug inspection for your property.
Signs You May Have Bed Bugs
Early identification helps prevent spread.
Common signs include:
- Red, itchy bites or bite lines after sleeping
- Rust-colored spotting on sheets or mattress seams
- Cast skins or tiny eggs near beds or furniture joints
- Live bugs in seams, tufts, frames, or baseboards
- Sweet or musty odor in heavier infestations
Bed bugs commonly arrive through luggage, shared seating, used furniture, or overnight stays.
Treatment Options Available
Treatment plans are selected based on severity, structure layout, and occupancy needs.
Options may include:
- Targeted conventional treatment programs
- Heat treatment for rapid knockdown
- Combination programs when conditions require both
We explain timelines, access requirements, and expectations before service begins.
What to Expect on Treatment Day
- On-time arrival and prep verification
- Careful applications to identified harborages
- Optional installation of encasements and interceptors
- Clear re-entry and laundering guidance
All services are performed by licensed technicians with family and pet considerations in mind.
Preventing Re-Infestation
After treatment, prevention focuses on limiting re-introduction.
Helpful steps include:
- Using mattress and box spring encasements
- Keeping beds slightly pulled from walls
- Inspecting luggage and soft goods after travel
- Laundering and heat-drying items promptly
- Inspecting used furniture before bringing it indoors
To schedule bed bug treatments, call (208) 795-3298 or contact us online to get started with our team right away.
Bed Bug Treatment Service Areas
We provide professional bed bug treatment throughout southwest Idaho and eastern Oregon for residential and commercial properties.
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How Do We Exterminate Bed Bugs?
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Same-Day Bed Bug InspectionOur technicians know a thing or two about bed bug infestations. We’ve applied bed bug treatments to homes in Boise, Meridian, Caldwell, and throughout Treasure Valley. We know how to immediately spot the signs of a bed bug infestation, and where to find their hiding spots. We will visit your home to search for:
- Possible infestation locations in the bedroom, closet, living room, and even in the carpet
- Signs of bed bugs, such as dark spots hidden just below the surface of fabric.
We complete a full inspection so we can understand the extent of the problem before we get to work.
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Bed Bug Treatment & Removal
Bed bugs can be tricky to remove because the adult bugs and eggs require different treatments. We stop the infestation in its tracks by exterminating all traces of bed bugs. Our treatments are tough on bed bugs, but safe for your family and pets. This is what you can expect on the day of treatment:
- Our technicians come to your home at a time that is convenient for you, and they immediately get to work.
- We apply the necessary treatments to the infested areas of the home, ridding your home of bed bugs.
- For some infestations, we may need to return for multiple bed bug treatments.
We use the most effective treatments in order to completely remove bed bugs and their eggs from your home.
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Bed Bug Prevention
We don’t just want to remove the bugs that are currently in your home and your mattress, we want to make sure they never come back! To ensure that your home will be protected in the future, our technicians will:
- Apply treatments to prevent these critters from snuggling deep into your furniture.
- Make recommendations to reduce the chance of an infestation
- Return for regular treatments as necessary
We want to make sure you never see another creepy bed bug again.
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Bed Bugs In the Treasure Valley
Bed bugs have been around for a while and there is a myth that only dirty or people down on their luck will have their home infested with bed bugs. But it is just that, a myth. Bed bugs don’t care who you are or where you live — they will infect anyone they come in contact with
Most people in the treasure valley come in contact with bed bugs via public transportation or in other places because bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers. However, you can come in contact and become infested with blood sucking bed bugs simply by staying a night in a hotel, visiting a friend, or picking up a new to you but used piece of furniture at a garage sale.
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 208-795-3298 today!
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Do you monitor after it’s resolved?Yes - monitoring and rechecks can be added, especially for canal-adjacent lots, open-field edges, or foothill neighborhoods.
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How many visits are typical?Initial setup + 1-2 follow-ups resolves most homes; severe cases may require additional checks and sealing.
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Will I need interior service or just exterior for rodents?We service both - interior where activity is present and exterior to stop new entry and pressure.
Pestcom Pest Management Brings Extensive Knowledge & Experience
Fortunately, our team of experts has the knowledge and tools to properly get rid of bed bugs. The treatments for adult insects and eggs are different, but we combine these approaches to make sure that adults are taken care of and eggs don’t hatch. Not only do we make sure that your current infestation is properly treated, but we can help you make sure that they don’t come back. Our technicians will apply treatments to prevent these insects from getting deep within your furniture. We’ll also return for regular treatments if necessary.
But how did you get bed bugs in the first place? These opportunistic insects can hide on public transportation or in hotel rooms or can hitch a ride on a piece of used furniture. Take precautions when you are traveling or when you are hunting for new pieces at a garage sale. Bed bugs can live for up to a year without feeding! Pestcom Pest Management will be there for you when you need us.
Ready to Address a Bed Bug Problem?
Bed bugs won’t go away on their own. If you’re seeing bites, spotting, or live insects, early professional treatment can prevent a small issue from becoming a widespread infestation.
Contact us today to schedule an inspection and get clear next steps toward a bite-free home.
Pestcom Pest Management
16201 N 20th St, Suite 110, Nampa, ID 83687
Call: (208) 795-3298 • Mon–Fri 8–5
Office: Nampa, ID • Counties Served: Ada • Canyon • Owyhee • Payette • Gem • Malheur
Licensing: All services performed by Idaho State Department of Agriculture–licensed technicians; continuing education hours maintained with ISDA.
Questions about bed bugs? Call (208) 795-3298 or contact us online to speak with a member of our team for answers to your questions today.