Bed bug infestation is a common problem that plagues many homes from time to time. Bed bugs are parasitic insects that usually bite the skin of sleeping humans and animals in a bid to feed on their blood. Although some people typically confuse bed bug bites from other insect bites, bed bug bites can be easily distinguished since they are usually itchy and arranged in a jagged line or cluster. Besides, bed bug bites are typically red with a darker spot in the middle. The bites can usually be found in parts of the body such as the face, neck, arms, and hands. Many people believe that a bedbug infestation is caused by filth and dirt, but that’s a misconception as bedbugs are not drawn to decay. They can live in any environment as long as they have access to their food source (human or animal blood). Certain habits such as frequent international travels and changes in pest control practices can expose one to bed bugs. It should also be noted that bed bug infestations typically occur where people sleep since they hide in cracks and crevices of mattresses, box springs, headboards, bed frames as well as in other objects or clusters near the bed. Bed bugs usually spread as a result of their ability to move from one place to another by traveling on clothing, luggage, furniture, bedding, and boxes. They crawl fast and can easily travel between floors and rooms.

It is apparent that bed bugs are dangerous and could result in skin infections. Thus, it is of utmost importance to take the right steps to get rid of these parasites once they are identified in areas of your home or office. There are different approaches to getting rid of bed bugs, but it’s left to individuals to weigh the pros and cons of each method. The non-chemical approach involves washing bedding and clothes in hot water or using a steamer on couches, mattresses and other places where bedbugs could hide. Meanwhile, the chemical method of treating bed bugs, include the use of insecticides such as pyrroles, desiccants, neonicotinoids, foggers/ bug bombs as well as pyrethrins and pyrethroids.

It is nevertheless worthy to note that the process of getting rid of bed bugs remains quite tricky. The non-chemical approach might not be as effective because some of the parasites could go unnoticed in hidden areas, whereas the use of chemicals, can cause adverse effects on the health, such as rashes, blindness, nausea, diarrhea, birth defects, certain types of cancers, neurological and developmental toxicity, as well as death. Besides, you might also need to retreat the affected areas severally times before finally getting rid of the bed bugs.

We have recently supplied a number of heaters to companies who specialize in the non-chemical way of destroying bed bugs. Heaters such as the Sealey 2kW Industrial Fan Heater which is usually a garage heater can be used in a controlled environment using heatproof material to protect any surfaces. Over the years, heat treatment has been proven as one of the most effective remedies for getting rid of bed bugs. But of course, just raising the indoor temperatures with a thermostat won’t do the job. Rather, you need to use equipment which can raise the temperature of the room to 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes.

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