This home was previously treated multiple times by a local company with chemicals and pesticides only a couple months earlier. This video shows that it wasn’t effective: the results speak volumes. I believe they missed at least one. This customer is now bed-bug free thanks to a successful Thermal Remediation. Heat treatments properly done will kill bed bugs and their eggs without damage to customer’s property or belongings. Again, properly done is key!
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People experience bed bug bites in different ways. Some people are fortunate enough to not experience any adverse reaction to bed bug bites in any way at all. According to WebMD, as many as one in three people experience no reaction to bed bites whatsoever.
For those that do experience the itchy, painful bites, we wanted to try and recommend some home remedies for easing the irritation and reducing the visibility associated with bed bugs. If left untreated, repeated scratching can result in infection, and in certain cases permanent scarring.
Aloe Vera is one of nature’s cure all solutions for inflammation, itching, or burning. It does wonders for all sorts of skin reactions to bites, and can help greatly with bed bug bites as well.
Directions: Apply aloe vera gel, or gel directly from a half inch section of an aloe vera plant directly to the affected site. Allow to dry and remain in place for 1 hour. Repeat as needed.
Witch Hazel has a number of wonderful tannins that act as a natural astringent, preventing infection, and has a great cooling effect that reduces the itching sensation associated with bed bug bites.
Directions: Place 1 TBSP of witch hazel into a glass, and apply directly to the affected site with a cotton swab. For added effect, allow the cotton swab to remain on the site for a period of 5 minutes before removing. Repeat as needed.
For temporary relief of itchiness and swelling associated with bed bugs, a cold compress or ice pack can be used.
Directions: Place 6 to 10 ice cubes in a plastic bag, wrap in a towel, and place directly on the affected site. Repeat as needed.
Lemon juice is a wonderful natural astringent that can prevent infection, and doubles as a natural anti-inflammatory that can reduce swelling. Be mindful of any bite locations that have been scratched excessively, as lemon juice may cause a stinging sensation when applied.
Directions: Place 1 TBSP of lemon juice into a small glass, and apply directly to the affected site with a Q-Tip, or cotton swab. Allow to dry before rinsing. Repeat as needed.
The acidic properties in apple cider vinegar has fantastic anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and can function similar to that of lemon juice. In the same manner, be mindful of any bite locations that have been scratched excessively, as vinegar may cause a stinging sensation when applied.
Directions: Place 1 TBSP of apple cider vinegar (feel free to substitute other vinegar in a pinch) into a small glass, and apply directly to the affected site with a Q-Tip, or cotton swab. Allow to dry before rinsing. Repeat as needed.
Baking soda does a wonderful job of neutralizing the acidic chemicals associated with a bed bug bite and also reduces some of the swelling associated with your bodies reaction.
Directions: Moisturize 1 TBSP of baking soda with 1 TBSP of water to form a paste, and apply directly to the affected site. Allow to dry slightly and rinse off. Repeat as needed.
Some additional over the counter remedies include calamine lotion which can be applied directly to the affected site, or even Benadryl, which is a great antihistamine which alleviates the itching and swollen reaction commonly experienced from bed bug bites.
Unlike some other insects, finding you have bed bugs is not a statement on the cleanliness of your home. Bed bugs don’t care if your home is clean or dirty or if you are rich or poor — all they want it to live around you and feed on you for dinner. Discovering you have bed bugs need not induce panic. Follow some simple tips and your experience will be more pleasant than if you ignore your bed bug problem.
Total Shield Bed Bug Treatments offers a free bug identification service. Simply text us a picture of the bug you found to 717-478-4328 and we will help you know what pesters you.
Most importantly, call a professional bed bug exterminator at the first sign of bed bugs. The sooner you contact a professional who can kill all the bed bugs and their eggs in one visit, the sooner you will be bed bug free. Next, realize bed bugs will probably be found throughout your home, so don’t throw away your mattress, bedding, or any other furniture. Thirdly, prepare for a bed bug treatment by eliminating clutter on and around furniture and throughout your home. Lastly, relax (as best you can) and know relief is on the way!
Given the increasing chemical resistance of bed bugs, we have chosen 100% chemical-free, safe, clean, and effective heat as our method of choice for getting rid of bed bugs fast. We know just how challenging getting rid of bed bugs can be — we’ve had them! — and have proven time and again that our process works. Our heat technology is safe and accepted by one of the most stringent governmental pest control agencies in America: the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). The technology also has an EPA registration.
If you and your family are struggling with the challenge of bed bugs, we would love the opportunity to help you get your sleep back. Feel free to reach out to us to get rid of bed bugs today.
Call: 717-478-HEAT
Email: thehomelessbug@gmail.com
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