Question by Helps:
How to get rid of bedbugs? We had some guests over; now they’re here. Very annoying things.?
Best way to get rid over them? PERMANENTLY is better. How though? We know we could use chemicals but we’re trying to prevent any chemicals in the house. after we DO get rid of them; how to prevent these tiny annoyances?
Best answer:
Answer by Sol
Buy yourself a GOOD quality steamer, steam the bedding, mattress, pillows, headboard and carpets around the bed. Now vacuum all the same areas, you can buy chemicals but a steamer is better, sadly it’s going to be a battle not a war that can be won.
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Sol, your answer is spot on
I worked maintainance at a large motel…. the steamer is the first step…be thorough -strip out the bedding and treat the carpet,curtains,both sides of the boxspring,head boards,behind pictures hung on the wall,not to forget the closets adjoining bathrooms etc. I would call your guests and tell them what you have noticed. They probably brought luggage or clothes that had the bugs and they probably got their bugs from a stay at a hotel/motel. If I were you I would consider hiring an exterminator and treat the whole house and be done with it. Best wishes.
Since you have a computer, you should google the question. You must be thorough and don’t miss a seam, crack, any place they can hide. Easiest/cheapest in long run/guaranteed is to hire a professional exterminator to begin with!