Bed Bugs Austin

" Bed Bugs Austin are on the rise, with one local exterminator reporting that calls are up 1000%. vs. 2006. Reports of bed bugs includes co-op housing that is part of the University of Texas to the Riverlodge apartments in the Northwest corner of Austin. Use this site to learn about Austin bed bug prevention, bed bug extermination, and information on bedbugs in Austin. "

According an Austin American Statesman, a local bed bug exterminator indicated that they are responding to 2 to 3 calls a month regarding bedbugs, up from no calls 2 years ago. Another reports calls are up 1000% in 2010 vs. 2006.

While there hasn't been a significant amount of press on the problem in the Austin area, the rise in bed bug infestations across the U.S. could spread to this area of Texas.

Steps for Eliminating Bed Bugs From Your Home, Office or Apartment

Step 1: Clean/Launder

Remove and wash in hot water any items such as clothing. Once clean, place in a sealed plastic bag. Vacuum any bed bugs that you can spot and then dispose of the vacuum bag in a sealed plastic bag.

A hand held steamer is also a helpful tool as it generates enough heat to kill both bed bugs and bed bug eggs.

Steam Heat from a Hand Held Steamer is a chemical free and effective way to kill bed bugs and bed bug eggs.

Step 2: Use a Bedbug Spray

Use a safe bed bug spray such as Bed Bug Patrol. (organic spray), or the insecticide based spray Sterifab. Be sure to spray in cracks and along seams in mattresses. After mattress dries, buy a zippered casing to trap any remaining bugs (available from the same company). These are both knock down sprays which help to reduce the size of the bed bug population.

It is helpful to also use a residual spray in addition to a knock down spray, which is formulated to provide lasting protection. The best products available include Phantom and Bedlam, as bed bugs are not showing any resistance to these products.

To say money, consider purchasing either an organic bed bug kit or an insecticide based bed bug kit.

Step 3: Use Bed Bug Dust

Spread bed bug dust around the room. If any bugs are left or if any eggs haven't hatched, the dust will attach to the bed bugs shell and kill them. The Georgia Division of Public Health recommends the use of a steamer on a mattress (and in cracks) to kill the eggs.

See our guide for detailed instructions on eliminating bed bugs.

Bed Bugs Austin Government Resources

To contact the Texas Health and Human Services Commission just dial 211 or 877-541-7905.

Austin Bed Bug Information and Press

Pest Controller says Austin, too, has bedbugs
- statesman.com - Austin American Statesman

New weapon aimed at bed bugs
- KXAN.com

How to Find an Experienced Austin Bed Bug Exterminator

Bed bugs Austin exterminatior can cost $1,000 for the typical home or apartment. Also each exterminator will use different mechanical and non mechanical (heat, steam, vacuuming, carbon dioxide spray) bed bug treatment methods.

Because of this, is pays to get quotes and ask questions from several local exterminators. We suggest starting with members of the Service Magic Network (1.877.233.1145), as members are pre-screened and must be licensed and insured.

You can also search our local bedbug exterminator listings.

Another good source for licensed exterminators and consumer reviews is Angies List.