Does Hot Shot Fogger Kill Bed Bugs

Are you looking for a way to eradicate bedbugs from your home? Hot Shot Fogger could be the answer. As an insecticide product, it's designed to kill bugs, like bed bugs, on contact. However, it can take up to 24-48 hours for the Hot Shot Fogger to be effective and reach into all the crevices where these bugs may be hiding.

While Hot Shot Fogger has been known to be effective against adult bedbugs, it's not necessarily as successful when it comes to killing eggs or larvae since it depends on direct contact with the insect itself. Therefore, continuous treatment over a few weeks may be necessary for successful eradication of bed bugs.

It's important to note that while Hot Shot Fogger isn't completely toxic to humans:
• You should leave your home for two-three hours after using the product
• Open all windows and doors before returning so as not breathe in any of the remaining fumes.
• Empty drawers and closets before spraying
• Wrap mattresses, box springs or pillows in plastic bags that contain active insecticides/insect repellents which will help prevent later re-infestation by these pests.

If you are having frequent problems with bedbugs despite regular treatments then replacing your mattress altogether would be a more permanent solution. Purchasing a new mattress (such as one from Casper) could potentially fix many of these problems once and for all if the infestation persists despite short term treatments with products like Hot Shot Fogger.

Hotshot Fogger can be effective in eliminating bed bugs, but it takes a while. It starts working in 5-15 minutes and creates a mist that covers up to 2,000 square feet for two hours. Although, depending on the infestation size and severity, it may take up to 48 hours to see full effects.

Vacuuming after use is key; this removes any remaining dead bed bugs from your home. In some cases you may need to replace your mattress if there are hidden eggs or deep cracks in furniture.

Are you wondering if Hot Shot Fogger is toxic to humans? Generally speaking, it's not.

However, it's recommended to keep people and pets out of the area during application and until all surfaces have been thoroughly ventilated. If a person or pet were to come into direct contact with the spray, skin or eye irritation could occur.

For added safety precautions, always refer to the product label before use for full instructions on how to safely apply the fogger.

After using a Hot Shot Fogger, it's recommended that you stay out of your house for at least two hours. Breathing in the particles left behind can be hazardous and may cause respiratory illnesses.

To ensure safety, open windows and doors after using the fogger to allow remaining particles to dissipate. After two hours, use fans and vacuums to circulate the air and make sure all particles have left your home before entering again.

Taking these precautionary steps will help protect you from any potential health risks associated with Hot Shot Foggers.