Bed Bug Treatments In Bradenton, FL & Surrounding Areas
You might think bed bugs are only a problem for hotels, apartment buildings, and other commercial facilities but here at Keller’s Pest Control, we receive many calls from homeowners worried about bed bugs. These biting insects are a real problem for homes and commercial environments and infest properties indiscriminately in Bradenton and throughout Manatee County, as well as Sarasota, Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Charlotte counties. In fact, the five-county area surrounding Tampa Bay has some of the most chemical-resistant bed bugs in the country. If you’ve found bed bugs or signs of an infestation, take action immediately. At Keller’s Pest Control, we offer comprehensive bed bug control solutions that take the bite out of these pests!
Bed Bug Heat Treatment
Bed bugs don’t like heat. In fact, excessive heat will kill them. That’s why we use and trust Quest products, a modern, hydronic heating system that is far superior and a much more effective alternative to conventional, messy, and ineffective chemical treatments. Our systems allow us to heat the entire structure (including tight corners and enclosed spaces that may not always be reached in more traditional methods) up to 7,000 square feet in a single day. Temperatures that adult bed bugs, as well as bed bug nymphs and eggs, cannot withstand.
When you contact Keller’s Pest Control for heat treatment, you can count on our team to get rid of bed bugs. Here’s what you can expect on the day of treatment:
- Inspection & Set Up: Our technicians will arrive at 7 AM to perform a walkthrough to make sure that the items on the preparation checklist were completed. They’ll also unload and set up equipment.
- Heat Treatment: Treatment will begin around 8 AM and will last 8 hours on average. The infested area(s) will be heated in excess of 126 degrees Fahrenheit for several hours. During this time, technicians will enter the infested areas to move/flip/adjust furniture to ensure heat penetration. All treatments are continuously monitored using wireless temperature sensors to record the entire process. We also employ FLIR Thermal Imaging cameras and laser thermometers to make sure no cracks or crevices are missed.
- Breakdown & Wrap-Up: Following treatment, our technicians will break down equipment and contact the property owner/manager to let them know they're wrapping up the treatment and that they'll be able to return home bed bug-free.
If this treatment sounds right for you, give us a call to discuss your unique situation and we will schedule an on-site inspection to confirm their presence, develop a quote, and provide a preparation checklist.
Additional Bed Bug Services For Homes & Businesses
Bed Bug Canine Inspections
Keller’s harnesses the power of the canine nose to seek out bed bugs that have infested homes and businesses. Learn more about Keller’s bed bug canines and handlers.
Bed Bug Tent Fumigation
In instances of heavy clutter or items that cannot withstand heat, we may recommend tent fumigation. In general, this method requires different prep work than heat, including the removal of debris from the outside of the building/structure so the tent can lay flat and unobstructed and the removal of food and anything that can be contaminated by the fumigant.
This four-day process is available for single-family dwellings and residential or commercial facilities that can be tented. Typically tent fumigation books out four to six weeks and therefore heat may be a more attractive option as it can be conducted within a few days of contacting Keller’s.
Commercial Bed Bug Services
In addition to the services mentioned above, Keller's Pest Control offers bed bug consultation services that include insight/recommendations on sanitation, bed bug protocols, and creating policy and procedures relating to bed bugs. This is a great option for property and apartment management companies, as well as assisted living facilities and nursing homes. We also provide employee education and will give bed bug presentations to companies including other pest control operators!
Our Bed Bug Guarantee
What is a business without a guarantee? Not Keller’s! We work hard and stand by our work, that’s why Keller's Pest Control offers a bed bug guarantee for residential dwellings. Please ask us for details.
Why Choose Keller's Pest Control For Your Bed Bug Heat Treatment
Keller’s Pest Control isn’t just another company that offers bed bug control. We are a neighborhood friend that offers good, old-fashioned customer service, hard work, and modern equipment. You get the service you deserve and work you can trust. In fact, Keller's Pest Control has successfully eradicated bed bugs infestations in thousands of structures from 500 to 30,000 square feet, we have the experience and know-how to handle any situation.
Areas We Service in Southwest Florida
As a locally owned and operated company, our team is lucky to be able to serve our neighbors here in Southwest Florida. No matter where you’re located, you can count on receiving the very best from our team, every time.
