Bed Bugs Control
Hard to spot, hard to kill. Professional heat or chemical treatment is essential.
Signs of a Bed Bugs Problem
- Small red or rusty brown spots on bedding or mattress seams
- Bites appearing in lines or clusters on skin, especially arms and neck
- Sweet, musty odour from an infested mattress or bedroom
- Pale yellow shed skins near mattress seams or skirting boards
- Live bugs visible in mattress seams, headboard crevices, or behind picture frames
Professional Treatment Methods
- Chemical treatment with residual insecticide to mattress, frame, and room
- Heat treatment — raising room temperature to 55°C+ to kill all life stages
- Steam treatment for mattresses and soft furnishings
- Encasement mattress covers to prevent re-infestation after treatment
Bed Bug Infestations in South Africa
Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) have seen a significant resurgence globally, including in South Africa. They are found in all types of accommodation — from backpacker hostels to five-star hotels — and spread easily through shared spaces and second-hand goods.
They feed exclusively on blood and are most active at night. Despite their name, they infest not just beds but sofas, skirting boards, electrical outlets, and any crack near where people sleep or rest.
Key fact: Bed bugs can survive up to a year without feeding, making self-resolving infestations almost impossible without professional treatment.
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