Easiest Way to Get Rid of Bed Bugs

Bed bugs can infect any home and have nothing to do with cleanliness. They jump from one item to another in close contact. Bed bugs can be transferred from hotel stays, moving boxes, even grocery bags. Bed bugs weren't a problem for many years, but since the mid 1980s there has been a resurgence of bed bug infestations.

Things You'll Need

• Strong laundry detergent
• Vacuum cleaner with disposable bags
• Bug deterrent floor cleaner
• Bed bug bomb or spray

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Instructions

• 1

  Remove all linen in the affected room or house, including couch and chair covers, drapes, bedding, dust ruffles and anything that covers a piece of furniture.

• 2

  Check the fabric care labels and wash anything that can be washed according to directions. If something cannot be washed, clean it the way stated on the instruction label.

• 3

  Vacuum all the mattresses, box springs, furniture.

• 4

  Remove items from drawers, washing anything that can be washed. Once emptied, vacuum out the drawers, corners of rooms, all carpets and rugs.

• 5

  Discard vacuum bags in a tightly covered trash can before the bags become too full.

• 6

  Wash floors thoroughly with bug-deterrent floor cleaner.

• 7

  Use a bug bomb or spray in each affected room according to the directions on container.