Combat bed bugs

Bed bugs are very small and can hide in any crack. Popular hiding places include: bed frames behind baseboards, window sills and frames, along seams, and folds in the mattress and covers. Here is a tip on the best way to deal with bed bugs:

Controlling bed bugs

Look for traces of droppings left behind (reddish spots), eggs, and the shed skins of bed bugs, which are dropped everywhere. The stains (dropping marks) are often directly on the mattress seam as well as on the slatted frame of bed frames and in all grooves and joints.

In the event of an infestation, it is important that no items are removed from the room, as this can also spread the bed bugs to other rooms. Wash clothing at 60 degrees for 30 minutes; place delicate items in the freezer at -17 degrees for 10 hours. Unscrew the bed frame and vacuum everything thoroughly. For more detailed information, visit the website of www.ungezieferabwehr.de

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