Bedbug Services by Downs Pest Control

In Des Moines Bedbugs are becoming a growing problem. There are many reasons for this which include increased travel and lack of familiarity with the pest, but in all cases if you think you have bedbugs you need to consult with a professional. Many of the most difficult and severe bedbug infestations we have faced have been homes where occupants tried for months to battle bedbugs on their own.

Many people who think they may have bedbugs hesitate to call a professional because of the cost associated with bedbug treatments. They can be very expensive but do not hesitate to call us for an inspection and quote. Our quotes are free and you can turn to us to get help, we are dedicated to helping eradicate the bedbug problem that is growing in Des Moines.

So do not hesitate to call us, you will be surprised about how affordable and effective our bedbug treatments can be. Visit our bedbug treatment site or visit our homepage.

Thank you and we look forward to helping you solve your bedbug problems quickly!

If you think you may qualify for our affordable bedbug services visit our bedbug programs page.

Bedbugs In Des Moines

Bedbugs are still a common problem in Des Moines. What makes them such a problem is there ability to hide and adapt. What makes them so unwanted is that they feed on human blood, which can cause severe reactions on the skin and the presence of bedbugs can also have psychological effects such as imagined bites and the feeling of bugs crawling on the skin.

Bedbugs are very difficult to eliminate without professional help. There are many products that homeowners or renters can buy to eliminate bedbugs. Many of these by themselves are not going to solve a bedbug problem. The number one key to solving a bedbug infestation is knowledge.

Bedbugs are very good hiders. Bedbugs are excellent at finding a dark crack or crevice to hide in, this makes them very difficult to spot. Bedbugs usually only come out in the middle of the night when you are asleep to feed. That makes them inconspicuous as well. Many people do not even know there are bedbugs in there home for months. Once they notice marks on their skin they head to the doctor. Often doctors are not properly trained in diagnosing bedbug bits, this is because bedbugs are a new occurrence, bedbugs have not been a problem since World War II. Bedbugs are also extremely resistant to chemicals. This is because for many years bedbugs were killed with all sorts of strong chemicals like kerosene and DDT. The only bedbugs that survived were those with DNA resistant to many types of chemicals. So today we are left with extremely resistant bedbugs. That is why knowledge is key, there is no silver bullet to controlling bedbugs, it takes expertise and experience.

Downs Pest Control offers affordable bedbug treatments. Because of our low overhead and expert bedbug treatments we are able to offer guaranteed bedbug treatments at a fraction of the cost of many large pest control companies in Des Moines. We do not offer heat treatments, which is an extremely effective and fast way to eliminate bedbugs, but it is also extremely costly and uses enormous amounts of energy. Although many companies claim that heat is the only way to eliminate bedbugs this claim is false. We have been able to effectively and quickly eliminate bedbugs with the cooperation of homeowners and renters, despite the false claims of other pest control companies in Des Moines. We do not use fear tactics, we use knowledge to build a plan to help our customers eliminate bedbugs. Contrary to many other companies our number one priority is serving our customers. We are dedicating to building our reputation by satisfying every single customer. We have an outstanding record that we are very proud of. Through the attention that we give to each customer we are able to devise specific strategies to help you eliminate bedbugs and live bedbug free. Our services are guaranteed, and we have been successful at eliminating bedbugs through mechanical, chemical, and other ways.

So for more information about our bedbug treatments or for advice call us today at (515) 309-2089.

Pest of the Week- Bed Bugs!

Bed bugs have been around for a very long, long, long, long, long time. These creatures are nasty, but they are not dangerous. They were nearly extinct in America around 40 years ago, but in the past decade they have made a dramatic comeback causing an epidemic throughout America. 


Bed Bugs are parasites that feed on human blood. Because they feed on human blood at night they make their homes in beds. A mattress is a perfect hiding place for a bed bug and provides them with a good source of food every night. They hide in the seams of mattresses, cracks in bed frame, under chairs, couches, under rugs, edges of carpets, baseboards, and almost anywhere else.

Bed Bugs find their way into your home by hitching a ride in a suitcase or on your clothing. Infestations of Bed Bugs are on the rise and have been on the rise in large cities such as New York, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Des Moines for the past few years. Bed bugs were irradiated by the use of pesticides such as DDT but have returned most likely thanks to the banning of those pesticides and to worldwide travel.

Can I Get Rid of Bedbugs?

Bed bugs are extremely difficult to eradicate because of how well they hide and how resilient they are. There are some steps that can be taken though to eradicate and prevent infestations. But, due to the difficulty it is often best to call a pest professional.

How to Get Rid of Bedbugs without an Exterminator?

Removing mattresses and furniture from property, vacuuming and scrubbing infested areas thoroughly, washing laundry in hot water are all steps that can be taken to eliminate bedbugs. The longer you wait to take action the more difficult it is to get rid of bedbugs. They reproduce quickly and each night they will feed in hopes to reproduce. A few bedbugs and quickly turn in to an extreme nightmare each night. But, without knowledge of bedbugs and pest control products it is best to leave the use of chemicals to the pest professionals. Visit Get Rid of Your Bedbugs for more info.

What Will A Pest Professional Do To Get Rid Of My Bedbugs?

There is a wide variety of ways that pest control operators eradicate bedbugs. Chemical, heat, cold, steam, mechanical, and even dogs are used to sniff out the location.

Chemicals are applied to locations were the pests hide; in cracks and crevices, in the seams of mattresses, in bed frames, in walls, on baseboards. To be effective often multiple chemical treatments are needed. These are the most risky because a lot of chemical is often applied in the living space. Most often however these chemicals used are a type of pyrethrins which has extremely low toxicity to mammals.

Heat treatments have become a fad in large cities such as New York, Chicago, Las Angeles, and Des Moines.  These treatments can cost thousands of dollars but they are very effective. They are often best if used in large apartment complexes where chemical treatments have proven to be unsuccessful. The chemicals are often unsuccessful in large apartments because once an apartment is treated they run to the next.

Cold treatments are used by a large pest control company that claims the treatments kill the adult bedbugs, nymphs, and even the eggs. Not much information on how effective this method is though.

Our favorite tool in eliminating bedbugs is the bedbug dogs. These dogs are able to sniff out bedbugs and find them. This helps pest control operators locate the bedbugs and kill them. Finding bedbugs is almost the entire battle in eliminating bedbugs.

Overall, the best way to get rid of bedbugs is to contact a pest professional who has proven the ability to get rid of bedbugs and integrate some of the other steps we have mentioned that will help you get rid of your bugs.  


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