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Bedbug Infestations are running rampant in the Greater Seattle area. But
Kirkland is really getting hit with the nasty bugs. It is unreal how even
just one traveler could pack the blood suckers to and from a destination.
Holiday Seasons does create massive traveling. But bedbugs are a year
round problem. The chance to bring home some unwanted souvenirs is huge.
But not the kind souvenirs a traveler desires. A Redmond, WA family had
flown to New York City for Spring break. Think about how many people fly at
this time of year. Which makes it highly likely that bedbugs are being the
most given gift during this time of year. When the Kirkland family
returned home what was beginning would be a big shock. A Bedbug infestation
was in the making. The next morning the children complained about being bit
by something and were scratching like crazy. Dad checked the children's
beds and found dark blood stains and a live bedbug in the creases of the
mattresses. Bed bugs are ingenious and will catch a ride on clothing,
suitcases, backpacks etc. The homeowner wasted no time in calling AMPM
Exterminators. A company the husband had used for other pest control in the
past. The professional Bed Bug busters were at AMPM Exterminators were
ready to set up the prep stages for the client to follow.

How does this happen:

The Kirkland WA family had gone on a 14 day vacation to New York City. So
there was ample opportunity to pick up the bed bugs. The little hitchhikers
caught a ride on luggage, tote bags and garment bags. The bed bugs got on
board at the hotel. The other source was in the car rental that had velvet
covered seats where the little vampires nestled in. The homeowner thought
about all the places visited during the vacation and now knew that this was
a huge problem and an experienced pest control specialist was needed to
take care of the problem. The homeowner already made the decision to call
AMPM Exterminators. The experienced technician spoke with the Kirkland
homeowner about the steps for preparation that needed to be take. Miss a
step and the whole process of bedbug infestation could be compromised.

Identifying a bed bug is first step to verifying the infestation:


The homeowner emailed pictures of the bug to AMPM Exterminators and gave a
physical description of locations where the pests were found. A big clue
was the dark blood stains found on bedding. The Dad learned that adult bed
bugs are brown/red, flat and wingless. Bedbugs are oval shaped, 4-5 mm in
length and can run fast. After dining on human blood the pests turn to a
deep red and will become engorged. An AMPM Exterminators technician
identified the pests to be bedbugs. Secondly, went over the required steps
needed to be taken to prepare for the bed bug exterminator service. The
preparation steps can take a few days before the extermination takes place.
If instructions are not followed may mean starting all over again.

Steps to take for a successful Bed Bug elimination:

The AMPM Exterminators technician strongly advised all of the following
steps that had to be adhered to before services could be rendered.
Vacuuming needed to be done of the entire home, including all mattresses
and fabric furniture. Dispose of vacuum bags in the outside garbage bin or
can immediately. Everything needed to be washed in hot water and dried 20
minutes or longer. Bag all laundry in plastic bags, sealed and marked
washed. All bedding and pillows be sealed in plastic bags marked washed.
Specially made bed bug cover encasements to put headboards and mattresses
into and sealed can be bought at hardware stores. Clean out all clutter.
The family was told, when returning home, that all clothing had be removed
in the bathroom. Then put in a plastic bag and labeled dirty. Doing
laundry as soon as possible was highly recommended. Closets were emptied
and contents bagged. Once all of the required steps were taken the Dad
notified the AMPM Exterminators professional pest eliminator. Pictures of
all rooms were required to submit to AMPM Exterminators via text or email.
Once the okay was given to start the pest control elimination process for
the bed bugs AMPM Exterminators technician was on the way. The Kirkland
homeowner was thrilled knowing the nasty bugs would be gone.

AMPM Exterminators verified steps followed and ready to exterminate the
bedbugs:

The AMPM Exterminators professional Exterminator verified that the the
workflow instructions were completed . The service included steps for after
treatment. AMPM Exterminators professional stressed the importance of
following all instructions and steps for a successful treatment to get rid
of the bed bugs. If the workflow was not adhered to than the extermination
service would have to be repeated. The Kirkland WA travellers were so
relieved that the stress that had taken over lives was over. Thanks to AMPM
Exterminators who goes the whole nine yards to get the job done. The
husband was more than happy to share this successful experience and
recommended AMPM Exterminators to a neighbor for the same problem.

Guidelines for the Control and Prevention of Bed Bug Infestations

Bed bugs, control can be expensive and time consuming. Identify bed bug infestations will prompt more rapid treatment by ampm exterminators  and, thereby, prevent bed bug populations from spreading throughout the facility. A prompt response to the problem will reduce the financial burden of bed bug control to facility owners
Bed bugs are elusive and usually nocturnal (peak activity usually occurs around 5:00 or 6:00 a.m.), which can make noticing them difficult. They often lodge in dark crevices, and the tiny adhesive eggs can be nestled by the hundreds in fabric seams. Aside from bite symptoms, signs include fecal spots (small dark sand-like droppings that occur in patches around and especially beneath nests), blood smears on sheets (fecal spots that are re-wetted will smear like fresh blood), and the presence of their empty molted exoskeletons.

Bed bug Exterminator preparation | Tips on Controlling and preventing bedbugs
We recommend that you follow manufacturer’s specifications for cleaning all items. We cannot provide specific cleaning techniques
for personal items
Clothes, blankets, and linens should be laundered. Items such as shoes, luggage and other materials
not treated with pesticides also need to be vacuumed with the stiff brush attachment or washed with
essential oils .It is very important that you vacuum and clean on a regular basis to prevent
another infestation.
Bed bugs residing within the laundered items; therefore items should be
washed in hot water, regardless of normal washing directions, and should be dried on
high heat for 40 minutes or more. For those who have the ability to measure the
temperature of the water in their washing machine, or of the hot air in their dryer, the
target heat range is 140°F.
All furniture and appliances in the dwelling need to be pulled away from the
baseboards, and in the effected rooms with bedbugs all furniture containing potential
hiding crevices, such as bookshelves and desks, be emptied and left open for the
exterminator to spray.
How do I get rid of bedbugs?
Professional pest control operators can use a variety of tools to control bedbugs. These include liquid insecticide sprays, aerosol insecticide sprays, insecticidal dusts, diatomaceous earth, pressurized carbon dioxide snow, and steam and heat treatments. Whichever treatment is used, it will only be effective if physical control methods and preventative measures are used together.
How do I make sure they don't come back?
Avoid moving to another bedroom. While you may feel a strong need to do so, surviving bedbugs could tag along which might lead to another infestation. Instead, continue to use the same bedroom, monitor carefully and often for any surviving bedbugs, and take the steps below to protect yourself from being bitten.
Completely enclose your mattress and box spring in zippered bed encasements available from allergy or pest control supply companies. Put duct tape over the zipper, because zippers have a space where bedbugs can enter or escape. Mattresses can also be wrapped and sealed in plastic film. As long as the encasement stays intact (no rips or holes), the bedbugs will not be able to get through it to bite you and will eventually die. It is a good practice to keep the mattress enclosed this way for a full year.
Coat bed legs with double-sided carpet tape or petroleum jelly, or place the legs of the bed in leg protectors or glass jars with a bit of baby powder to trap the bedbugs on their way up or down the bed leg. Commercially available bed leg interceptors are available and are a way to detect bedbugs.
Use white or light-coloured sheets. This makes it easier to spot them.
Remove headboards completely.
Paint existing wood furniture, including baby cribs, white for easier detection. (Use only paint that is safe for use on baby furniture.)
Replace upholstered furniture with metal or plastic, or material that can easily be cleaned with soap and water.
How do I avoid bedbugs when travelling?
Do a complete inspection of the room before bringing luggage, pets or other items in.
Do not put your luggage on the bed. Place your luggage on a tile floor (like in the bathroom), away from any upholstered (soft) surfaces.
Once you have checked the luggage stand (including where the straps are attached to the metal bars), keep your luggage on the stand instead of unpacking your belongings and placing them in the drawers.
Inspect the sleeping area. Slowly lift up each corner of the mattress and examine the creases and tufts of the mattress and box spring, behind the headboard and the wall behind the bed, the pillows, bed coverings and bed skirt, the bed frame and legs.
Use a flashlight to inspect the inside of the closet, paying special attention to any cracks or crevices.
During your stay, place your shoes in an open area. Do not store anything under the bed.
If you find signs of bedbugs, notify the front desk and ask for another room, or stay somewhere else. If you change rooms in the same hotel, make sure your new room is not next to the possibly infested room.
Before bringing luggage into your home, place it on a hard surface away from any places bedbugs could crawl to and hide, and check it carefully.
Unpack your clothing and check personal items (like hairbrush and cosmetic case).
Wash all clothing and fabric items in hot water, regardless of whether you wore them or not.
Dry non-washable items in the clothes dryer on the highest heat for 30 minutes.
Vacuum your luggage. Throw out the vacuum bag in a sealed garbage bag right away. Wash any vacuum cleaner brush or nozzle attachments you used in hot water with detergent. For a bagless vacuum cleaner, empty the dust collector into a garbage bag, throw out the bag immediately, and also wash the dust collector in hot water with detergent.
Avoid bringing your laundry in a cloth bag unless you plan to wash and dry the bag. Use light-coloured plastic baskets that are easy to inspect when they are empty.
Do not set your laundry basket on the floor, or near the seating area or trash cans. Place your basket on top of the washer and check it thoroughly before putting clean laundry back into it.
Check any chairs before you sit down.