When you first spot bed bugs, it’s tempting to grab a spray from the store. Plenty of companies do little more than that too: they spray, collect a check, and leave. A real bed bug professional does a lot more than spray, and that’s what actually gets rid of them.
What a real exterminator does
1. Inspects before treating
A real professional looks before they spray. They check mattress seams, headboards, couches, recliners, baseboards, and outlets to find out where the bed bugs are and how far they’ve spread. See where bed bugs hide.
2. Makes sure it’s really bed bugs
Carpet beetles, bat bugs, and even skin irritation can look like a bed bug problem. Each one needs a different fix. Learn the difference in Bed Bugs vs. Carpet Beetles vs. Bat Bugs.
3. Finds out how they got in
Used furniture, travel, overnight guests, and kids’ school bags are common sources. If you don’t find the source, bed bugs can come right back.
4. Treats where bed bugs actually live
Spraying the open surfaces of a room does very little. Bed bugs spend most of their time hidden in cracks, seams, joints, and voids. A professional treats those exact spots with products made for bed bugs, and recommends chemical or heat treatment based on your home.
5. Plans for the eggs
Eggs can survive the first treatment. A real exterminator schedules a follow-up visit to catch the bed bugs that hatch afterward, before they can lay eggs of their own.
6. Gives you prep and aftercare instructions
You should know what to do before treatment and after it, what to clean, what to leave alone, and what to do if you see a bug. We give every customer a What to Expect guide.
7. Helps you keep them out
A good exterminator leaves you with simple steps to prevent another infestation, like checking hotel rooms, inspecting used furniture, and drying travel clothes on high heat.
How to pick the best bed bug company
“Who’s the best?” is one of the most common questions we hear. The best company for you is the one that:
- Inspects before giving you a price
- Specializes in bed bugs, not just general pest control
- Puts its pricing and warranty in writing
- Explains its treatment choice and the trade-offs
- Includes or clearly prices the follow-up visit
- Uses treatments that are safe for your kids and pets when you follow instructions
Use our full list of questions to ask a bed bug exterminator before you hire.
Where we’ve treated bed bugs
Bed bugs don’t only show up in bedrooms. Tulsa Bed Bug Specialist has treated bed bugs in:
- Houses, apartments, and duplexes
- Hotels and motels
- RVs, campgrounds, and vehicles
- Garages
- Adjustable beds and sectional couches
Wondering whether a professional is worth the cost? Read Is an Exterminator Worth It for Bed Bugs?
Our prices, up front
- Inspection: $49–$99, depending on home size and location
- Treatment: $349–$500 per room
- Follow-up: $199–$299
- Heat treatment: quote required, starting at $1,500
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