How to make bed bugs come out of hiding?

"I want to know how to lure bed bugs out so I can get rid of them. Is it possible?"

Bed bugs usually come out at night to feed, then retreat into crevices in mattresses, bed frames, or furniture. So if you’re trying to draw out bed bugs, it’s not easy. They’re experts at staying hidden.

If you suspect you have bed bugs, the goal shouldn’t be to lure them out, but rather to confirm their presence and call in professional pest control. To help identify them you can look for:

• Tiny dark spots (their droppings) along mattress seams or headboards
• Shed skins or eggs near cracks, tufts, or folds
• Live bed bugs, which are reddish-brown and about the size of an apple seed

There are some DIY bed bug traps that work by using heat or carbon dioxide to mimic body warmth and breathing. These can help confirm activity but won’t remove an infestation. DIY sprays including essential oils may temporarily deter bed bugs from an area, but they won’t be effective to tackle a full infestation.

Professional bed bug control

Instead of trying to lure out bed bugs yourself, the most effective way to handle them is with professional bed bug treatments. Our technicians can inspect your home, identify where bed bugs are hiding, and use targeted heat, steam, or liquid treatments to help get rid of them.

If you think you might have bed bugs, don’t waste time trying to lure them out of soft furnishings or mattresses. Get in touch with us, and we’ll send out a technician to conduct a free inspection, and they can advise on the best treatment options for your property.