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Bedbug Treatment Checklist

Published on February 27, 2008 in Bedbug Control, Commercial Pest Control, General and Pest Control. 0 Comments

So you have bedbugs…

We know they are one of the most annoying little pests that not only cause a lot of itching and discomfort but can destroy a good night’s sleep.

Let’s assume that you have completed the Bedbug pre-treatment checklist and have booked an appointment with a Sydney bedbug eradication specialist.

The next step is the treatment itself. Here is a summary of what will happen if the treatment is compliant with the Bed Bug Code Of Practice.

During the treatment your pest control technician will:

  • Conduct a detailed inspection of the infested areas.
  • Vacuum to remove bed bugs and their eggs.
  • Conduct a treatment using a steam cleaner.
  • Apply an approved pesticide as necessary, to cracks, crevices and other harbourage points.
  • Conduct a gas treatment (where applicable). After the gas treatment, the property will need to be vacated for at least 4 hours.

After the treatment, we recommend that you:

  • Open all doors and windows and allow the property to ventilate.
  • In the case of Pink Pest Services, we conduct a follow up inspection in approximately 14-21 days. Where further activity is located, an additional treatment will be carried out as required. It is not uncommon to locate further activity during this follow up visit.

In some cases, it can take up to a month to achieve full control of an infestation, as the bed bugs come into contact with the treatment agents applied.

Where a Free Service Period has been offered, we return and retreat, as required, any area covered by the initial treatment, at no expense to the client, for the period as indicated on the initial quotation.

Before engaging any pest controller, we recommend that you check to see that a Free Service Period has been specified because bedbug treatment most often requires multiple visits.

For more information or to arrange a treatment contact Pink Pest Services on (02) 9529 5222 or contact us online.

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Bedbug Control Pre-Treatment Checklist

Published on February 27, 2008 in Bedbug Control, Commercial Pest Control and Pest Control. 0 Comments

Bedbug infestations have increased by more than 5000% in the Sydney area since 1999. They have now become very common in all areas of Sydney.

Many people assume that getting rid of bedbugs is as easy as a quick pest treatment. Actually, the process is rather more involved and successful eradication of bed bugs depends on significant preparation on the part of you, the bedbug “victim”.

The following “pre-treatment checklist” will help you ensure that the bedbugs are eradicated as quickly as possible and you can enjoy an uninterrupted night’s sleep once again.

Bedbug Pre-treatment checklist

Prior to the treatment you will need to:

  • Remove all bedding from beds and ensemble bases. This should be washed at temperatures of more than 60 degrees C and dried in a clothes drier on the hot setting for a minimum of 30 minutes. Place clean bedding in a NEW plastic bag for storage. Return bedding to infested room/s only AFTER treatment.
  • Remove clothes from cupboards/wardrobe and wash, dry and store in the same manner as described above.
  • Items that can not be washed and dried may be placed in the freezer overnight or be professionally dry cleaned.
  • Carry out any specific recommendations that your Pink Pest Services technician makes during the quotation.
  • Remove all pets from the property during the treatment and for 4 hours after. (Fish tanks inside the house will need to be covered with cling wrap and the filter turned off during the treatment).
  • Children under 4 will need to be removed from the property during the treatment and for 4 hours after.
  • We recommend that pregnant women and people with asthma and/or allergies stay away from the property overnight.
  • IT IS IMPORTANT NOT TO MOVE ITEMS BETWEEN ROOMS OR TREAT AREAS WITH FLY SPRAY OR THE LIKE. THIS WILL MAKE THE TREATMENT MORE DIFFICULT, SPREAD THE INFESTATION AND REDUCE THE CHANCE OF SUCCESSFUL CONTROL.

Where all of the above measures have been completed, Pink Pest Services provides a Free Service Period guarantee in writing.

By combining your efforts with professional bedbug control, your chances of eradicating any bedbug problem increase dramatically.

For more information on bed bugs and their control we recommend that you look at a copy of the Bed Bug Code of Practice at www.bedbug.org.au

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Bedbug Infestation Makes a Resurgence in Sydney – Here’s How You Can Fight Back

Published on December 19, 2007 in Bedbug Control and Pest Control. 0 Comments

There are few images more sacred than the comfort, relaxation, and cleanliness of a bed that is free from a bedbug infestation. After a long, hard day, nothing is more appealing than the thought of curling up in the one place where all the world’s problems fade into the background. Many people—from homeowners to travelers looking for a reputable hotel—look forward to the comfort in store for them at the end of the day. So what happens when a bedbug infestation ruins that comfort?

According to a recent survey of Australian pest management companies, the prevalence of bedbug infestation in Sydney has increased by 5,000 percent in the last few years. Due to the reproductive abilities of these major pests, this is a number that won’t decrease unless the infestations are tackled head-on.

Although any dwelling can fall prey to a bedbug infestation, the industry most impacted by this recent pest insurgence is the hospitality trade. Bedbugs, tiny insects that feed off of the blood of humans and other hosts, are often carried in the luggage of unsuspecting travelers. With an increase in Sydney’s international reputation comes a multitude of travelers and potential carriers. Unlike these travelers, bedbugs don’t discriminate when it comes to the size or magnitude of a hotel. Five stars mean nothing to these hungry little critters; and each and every hotel in Sydney has the potential to experience an infestation of its own.

Contrary to popular belief, bedbugs cannot be controlled through cleanliness alone, and they aren’t restricted to just beds. Infestations can happen anywhere and at any time. In most cases, attempts to control bedbug infestations by non-specialist pest control providers only delay the care of a problem that needs attention now—especially when a hotel’s reputation and accountability are at stake.

To successfully eradicate these little pests, it takes specialised training and equipment. Bedbugs are known for being hard to find and catch; many pest control companies don’t have the means to detect them, let alone eradicate them. In fact, until recently, bedbugs took a backseat in terms of priority to many other pest infestations, and very few companies have been able to stay abreast of the best ways to fight back against bedbugs.

In addition, the latest techniques in chemical and steam treatments are needed to eliminate bedbug infestations thoroughly enough to ensure there isn’t a repeat occurrence.

With 30 years of experience and intensive training in the use of the necessary equipment, Pink Pest Services is one of the few companies in Sydney capable of eliminating bedbug  problems for good. Visit our website for more information on bedbug treatment in Sydney.

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