Bed bugs are small, oval, reddish-brown insects that hide in mattress seams, bed frames and bedside furniture, coming out at night to feed. In Mount Gravatt they often arrive in luggage after travel, with second-hand furniture, or through shared walls in unit blocks near the university and Logan Road. Itchy bites in lines or small clusters, dark spots on sheets and a sweet, musty smell are the usual signs.
Bed bugs take more work than most pests. The crew we book inspects every bed, lounge and piece of furniture in the affected rooms, as well as skirting boards, power points and picture frames. Treatment is applied to seams, joints, cracks and crevices where the bugs hide. Many homes need a second visit a couple of weeks later to catch bugs that hatch from eggs, and the crew will explain upfront whether that is likely and what it costs.
- Mattress seams, piping and labels
- Bed frames, bedheads and slats
- Bedside tables and drawers
- Lounges and upholstered chairs
- Skirting boards and power points near beds
Before the visit, wash all bedding and clothing from the affected rooms on a hot cycle and dry on high heat, then store it in sealed bags. Clear the floor around beds and pull furniture a little away from the walls. Please do not move mattresses or furniture into other rooms, as this can spread bed bugs through the house. If you are in a unit, it is worth telling your body corporate or property manager, as neighbouring units may need checking too.
The price is given before the visit so you can plan. Call 07 3543 7770 to book bed bug treatment in Mount Gravatt.
