Bed bug infestations are a year-round problem, with cases rising in the UK since 2003 due to increased travel, tourism, and second-hand furniture sales. While hotels and cinemas are common hotspots, bed bugs can easily find their way into your home.
How Do Bed Bugs Get Into Your Home?Travel bags & clothing – Picked up from hotels, public transport, or shared spaces.
Second-hand furniture – Hidden inside mattresses, sofas, or wooden frames.
Cracks & crevices – Bed bugs hide in bed frames, curtains, carpets, and even electrical equipment (TVs, smoke detectors).
They are nocturnal and elusive, leaving little evidence other than bites—which not everyone reacts to!
Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation
Bites on your torso (not everyone reacts). Tiny dried blood stains on sheets and pillowcases. Black faecal spots around mattress seams or furniture joints.
Even with a low-level infestation, there may be no visible signs. If you suspect bed bugs, act fast—a professional pest control service is the most effective way to eliminate the problem.
Why DIY Bed Bug Removal Doesn’t WorkBed bugs are one of the hardest pests to eradicate. They can:
Survive extreme cold
Withstand fumigation methods like CO2
Go months without feeding
The most effective solution? A combination of dry steam treatment and insecticide applications for total eradication.
Kills eggs, nymphs & adult bed bugs on contact Penetrates deep into mattresses, furniture & carpets Chemical-free—ideal for sensitive environments
How to Prepare for Bed Bug TreatmentTo get the best results, follow these steps before your professional treatment:
Wash all bedding at 60°C & tumble dry on high heat.
Vacuum thoroughly—especially around mattresses, carpets, and furniture.
Check & clean cracks in bed frames, headboards, and skirting boards.
Declutter—reduce hiding spots to prevent bed bugs from spreading.
Freeze non-washable items overnight before returning them to the treated room.
For dry steam treatments, less preparation is needed, but we still recommend washing bedding and vacuuming for optimal results.
Aftercare: What to Do Post-TreatmentSleep in the treated room—this encourages remaining bed bugs to cross treated areas.
Don’t vacuum or wash treated surfaces for at least 2 months.
Wash or freeze any removed items before returning them to the room.
Avoid bringing in new furniture for at least 1 month.
Bed bug control requires a multi-step approach for full eradication. We offer:
Two rounds of insecticide sprays, 3 weeks apart for maximum effectiveness.
Applied to walls, ceilings, bed frames, mattresses, carpets & furniture.
Insecticide powder used in voids, electrical sockets & light fittings.
High-pressure dry steam penetrates deep into cracks and crevices.
Kills bed bugs instantly upon contact without chemicals.
Often combined with insecticide for long-lasting protection.
Dry steam kills bed bugs instantly.
Insecticide ensures any hidden bugs are eliminated.
Provides the most thorough and effective treatment.
Local Experts in Bed Bug Control – Newcastle, Durham & SunderlandAt Pest Shield, we specialise in bed bug removal across the North East, tackling infestations in homes, hotels, student accommodation, and businesses.
Call us today on 0191 7166647 or email info@pest-shield.co.uk for a free consultation & no-obligation quote.
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