Bed Bug Treatments

Bed bugs spread fast, hide deep, and are difficult to eliminate without a structured plan. Effective bed bug control takes precision applications, strict preparation, and follow-up visits timed to break the egg cycle. Over-the-counter sprays and foggers rarely solve the problem and can make activity harder to track.

Pestcom Pest Management provides professional bed bug treatment programs throughout the Treasure Valley and surrounding communities, 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 many other household pests:

• They hide in tight seams, joints, and voids near sleeping and resting areas
• Eggs are resilient and require follow-up timing to address newly hatched nymphs
• They can persist for long periods without feeding
• DIY sprays can push bugs deeper into furniture, wall voids, and clutter

Successful bed bug treatment requires a coordinated approach that targets adults, nymphs, eggs, and harborage areas, then confirms control with follow-up and monitoring.

Our Bed Bug Treatment Program

Program Cadence

Most bed bug programs require multiple visits. Follow-ups are scheduled to interrupt the life cycle and confirm results without relying on one-time “quick fix” methods.

Typical cadence:

• Visit 1: Confirm activity, initial knockdown, and targeted placements/applications
• Visit 2 (about 10–14 days later): Follow-up to address hatch-outs and refresh targeted areas
• Visit 3 (about 24–30 days from start): Final clean-out, verification, and next-step guidance

Most clients see a significant drop after the second visit as harborages are exhausted and hatch-outs are addressed.

How We Treat Bed Bugs

Inspection & Monitoring

• Inspect beds, sofas, baseboards, and nearby furniture
• Identify harborage zones and travel paths
• Use monitors/interceptors when appropriate for verification

Targeted Treatment

• Crack-and-crevice applications to seams, frames, joints, and labeled harborage areas
• Dusting voids and outlets as labeled (when needed)
• Encasement recommendations for mattresses/box springs when appropriate
• No foggers or broad, surface-only “scatter” sprays

Education & Prevention

• Clear laundry and containment guidance to limit spread
• What to avoid between visits to keep the program effective
• Follow-up verification and prevention steps to reduce re-introduction risk

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 unless we advise otherwise

After Each Visit

• Sleep in the bed (this helps draw bugs through treated areas)
• Keep beds pulled from walls and use interceptors if provided
• Avoid washing treated seams/edges for 10–14 days (unless directed)
• Expect brief increases in sightings as eggs hatch
• Vacuum cracks and baseboards after 48 hours (if instructed)
• Report activity with photos so treatment can be adjusted

Call 208-795-3298 to schedule a bed bug inspection and get clear next steps.

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
• A sweet or musty odor in heavier infestations

Bed bugs are commonly introduced through luggage, shared seating, used furniture, visitors, and overnight stays.

Treatment Options Available

Treatment plans are selected based on severity, structure layout, unit count (if applicable), and occupancy needs.

• Targeted conventional treatment programs
• Heat treatment for rapid knockdown (when appropriate)
• Combination programs when conditions require both

We explain timelines, access requirements, preparation steps, and expectations before service begins.

What to Expect on Treatment Day

• On-time arrival and prep verification
• Careful applications to confirmed harborages and travel paths
• Optional installation of interceptors/encasements when needed
• Clear re-entry, laundering, and follow-up instructions

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 and early detection.

• Use mattress and box spring encasements
• Keep beds slightly pulled from walls
• Inspect luggage and soft goods after travel
• Launder and heat-dry items promptly after trips
• Inspect used furniture carefully before bringing it indoors

To schedule bed bug treatments, call (208) 795-3298 or contact us online to get started.