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Bed bug season, what does that really mean?

Bed bug season (or the time of the year when we hear the most about them) is starting early this year. A few people have asked us why.

Could it be that bed bugs are more common? Is it because peoples’ awareness is increasing? Or is just that time of the year? For the first two we are inclined to say yes. As for the last, there may be a little more to it.

Under optimal conditions, when temperatures are between 83-90° with a humidity between 75-80%, bed bugs take 4-5 weeks to complete their life cycle. Currently we are around 12 weeks out from Thanksgiving and around 7 weeks from Christmas. These are the most traveled holidays in the year, and almost everyone has a holiday visitor or two.

Keep in mind that under the best of conditions bed bugs need 4-5 weeks to complete their life cycle. Is your home or guest “room” always in optimal condition? Probably not. This leads us to believe that the “bed bug season” is more a about exposure and climate conditions (in the exposed area) affecting the propagation period of bed bugs.

 

So what can you do to reduce your risk of getting the dreaded Bed Bugs?

 

Ask anyone that will be staying with you, if they have had any issues with bed bugs in the past.

This may seem overly simple and, quite possibly, awkward. If it were my house, I would be more concerned about limiting my exposure and not having to deal with bed bugs, than asking an uncomfortable question. If someone has had an issue, when they arrive, launder all their items. Use the highest heat setting on the dryer that is safe for the items. Tell them to go take a relaxing shower and you will toss the stuff through the wash. After all bed bugs can hide in the clothes they are wearing…

 

Do you have children that go to school?

Not only can bed bugs hide on clothes they also love to hide in and on bags. If items are stored closely together the bed bugs can transfer from one item to another. This is true anywhere items are in close proximity. If clothing articles, bags, or other items are in an area that have bed bugs there is a chance of them hiding on the items and hitching a ride home with you or your children. Inspect coats and backpacks. A cautious person may consider inspecting coat and bag storage areas at your child’s’ school…

 

Take a very close look at any second hand items BEFORE they are brought into your home. Investigate in every place you can imagine. If there is a cloth covering the bottom of something, remove it OUTSIDE of your home and inspect the exposed corners and any place you can get eyes on. We have had some complaints about this. I am not sure about you, but I have never had a house guest flip over my couch just to check if the cloth on the bottom was intact. Friendly advise: If your “friends” get all judgmental about the bottom cloth missing, you probably don’t need that negativity in your life.

 

We hope you NEVER have to deal with bed bugs. If you ever do or know someone that needs help don’t hesitate to give us a call. We will be happy to answer whatever questions we can.

Our number is 208-889-9222!

For more info click the link below.

http://propertyshield.net/bed-bugs/

 

February 6, 2018 by Michael Harrel

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Great weather…if you are a duck

We love the rain!

See DUCKS!

It just is not the most fun to work in. These ducks were loving life puddles were everywhere and they were taking full advantage.

This is the time of year we love because we get a fresh go at the insect issues. We get out there and get your home ready for the attempted invasion of the bugs.

Give us a call today 208-889-9222

Be safe in the slush!

February 3, 2018 by Michael Harrel

Commercial, Lawn Care, Our Services, Pest Control, Residential

Property Shield’s pest control blog goes LIVE!

Property Shield’s pest control blog is now LIVE.

The spring has brought an entirely new web page and our BLOG!

Keeping your home pest free this year!

We are really excited to keep you up to date with tips and tricks for keeping your home pest free in this year. 2017 has started with a boom in MICE and ANTS, yuck. There are a few things that you can do right now to keep them out.

  1. Keep the garage door shut as much as possible, especially in the evenings when rats and mice are more active. Doing this will keep them from wondering in and making a mess.

  2. Check your window and door screens. Old Man Winter was not too kind to us this year. The winter can be hard on the screens. Remember that your screens are your homes first line of defense against the bugs! Small holes let all kinds of pests gain access to your home. Be proactive and check them out and fix the ones that need a little TLC.

  3. Pet waste.  I know that no one likes to talk about it. We all have a pet “treasure” or two that we missed. Be brave and go clean that gem up. If you don’t you are just feeding the rats in your own backyard…

That should get you going for now.


We are looking forward to making this year the best year yet! The web page is different but you can still expect the same superior service and care that you have come to expect from Property Shield.

With 20 years taking care of homes and businesses we have just about seen it all.
If there is something that we can help you with call us at 208-889-9222

or email Mike at mike@propertyshield.net

Let us know you found our blog for a 10% discount off your first service!

 

April 10, 2017 by propertyshield_kh6do3

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