We Prepare — The Exterminator Treats

Our team will take care of the preparation steps so your exterminator can focus on spraying.

What We Do for You

• Strip mattresses and box springs of all bedding, then lift and stand them against the wall.

• Remove contents from dressers, nightstands, and armoires so furniture can be treated.

• Empty closets and bag all items so they are ready for treatment.

• Bag and seal all miscellaneous belongings (books, electronics, photo frames, etc.) and label them clearly.

• Remove excess clutter and discard cardboard boxes (a favourite hiding spot for bed bugs).

• Move furniture 16–24 inches away from walls.

• Remove outlet and light switch covers so exterminators can spray inside the walls.

• Take down artwork, mirrors, and curtains; photos are taken of each wall and window so everything can be put back properly after treatment.

• Vacuum baseboards, cracks, crevices, carpets, and rugs to reduce bug activity.

• Bag and seal all items, then place them in the middle of the room.

Clothing and Fabrics

• Washers and Dryers: Clothing, linens, curtains, and bedding are washed if dirty and always dried on high heat.

• Heat Chamber: Items that cannot safely go in a washer or dryer (shoes, handbags, belts, leather jackets, fur, and dry-clean-only clothing) are treated in a professional heat chamber.

• Dry Cleaning: Done only if items are dirty after heat chamber treatment.

After Extermination (Client’s Responsibility)

• Air out the home by opening windows and doors.

• Clean surfaces, especially in bathrooms and kitchens.

• Wash bedding every 3–5 days after treatment.

• Vacuum the whole home daily for at least 4 days following treatment.

• Use mattress and box spring encasements to help prevent reinfestation.