Can Normal Insecticide Kill Bed Bugs

In order to get rid of bed bugs, it's important to use multiple methods. Insecticides may help reduce populations, but are usually not enough. Vacuuming, steam cleaning, heat treatments and chemical sprays should all be used for effective elimination.

Certain insecticides can repel bed bugs or only provide short-term control; the infestation could come back once the pesticide wears off. Furthermore, some of these insecticides contain hazardous chemicals that could be harmful to people living in the same environment.

Replacing mattresses might also be necessary since they are permeable surfaces that allow bedbugs to hide deep in its fabrics where insecticides cannot reach them successfully. Regularly washing linens on high heat settings is an efficient way of eliminating any existing eggs or larvae from your home. This will give you peace of mind knowing you have done everything possible to eradicate this annoying pest!