Here at Convectex, we get asked a LOT of bed bug questions.  Whether it’s new pest control business owners, motel/hotel owners, or even the do-it-yourselfer that wants to get rid of bed bugs now, many people have unanswered questions about bed bugs and how to get rid of them. 

Here are some FAQ’s that the Convectex Pros are asked:

Are bed bugs a sign that someone is “dirty”?

It’s important to remember that bed bugs do not indicate an unsanitary living situation.  The cleanest homes can have huge bed bug issues if the proper treatment techniques aren’t used quickly.  Furthermore, improving sanitation alone will not get rid of the bugs.  Cluttered environments can offer bed bugs more places to hide, making treatments more difficult and make it seem as though the infestation is worse than it really is.  But, again, reducing clutter won’t make the bed bugs go away; it will simply make your treatment efforts a bit easier. Everyone is at risk of having a bed bug problem.

Most people think of bed bugs lurking in hotel rooms, public transit, or movie theaters. In reality, bed bugs can also be found lurking in apartments, homes, work facilities, schools, stores, and just about anywhere humans gather together. According to a “Bugs without Borders” study, 89 percent of pest control workers report treating bed bug infestations in single-family homes, while 88 percent report treating bed bug infestations in apartments. They also report treating other common areas, like movie theaters, laundry facilities, transportation units, college dormitories. A whopping 67 percent of exterminators have found bed bugs in hotels/motels. If you’re worried about bed bugs in your own home, though, you have to be thorough in your search. Due to their survival instinct, bed bugs hide just about anywhere. In most cases you will find bed bugs close to where you sleep or spend most of your time sitting. You should start your inspection around sleeping areas like your mattress and box spring, behind your headboard and nightstands. Keep in mind they can also be found in baseboards, behind electrical switch plates, in picture frames, behind wallpaper, or even in books. The best time to search for
them is at night since they tend to sleep during the daytime. They’ll sneak into your mattress or box springs, and they can also be found in baseboards, behind electrical switch plates, in picture frames, behind wallpaper, or even in books.

Running a bed bug heat treatment business can be highly rewarding, and sometimes stressful. One thing that we’ve learned by helping hundreds of pest control businesses, is that there’s always room for improvement somewhere.  Whether you’ve been running your business for years, or you’re just starting out, we have a few tips to help you run a successful business.

You may have heard the marketing principle “Show Me, Don't Tell Me”: If your marketing says something like “We Provide Superior Treatment For Bed Bugs.” You probably are going to sound like all your competition.  Instead, use memorable tag lines, quality pictures, informative graphics and real-life examples of how you provide the best treatments around.  Always show your customers what makes you different from the competition.