Bed Bug Removal Athens Ohio — Trusted Heat Treatment Specialists

Most heat treatments are completed in a single day. The actual treatment time depends on the size of your home, but typically ranges from 6 to 8 hours. You'll leave your home in the morning, and by late afternoon, you can return to a completely bed bug-free environment. Unlike chemical treatments that require multiple visits over several weeks, heat treatment gets the job done in one powerful session.

Yes, for heat treatment, you and your family (including pets) will need to leave during the process. The temperatures we use to kill bed bugs—between 120°F and 140°F—aren't safe for people or animals to be around. Plan to be away for the duration of the treatment, which is usually 6 to 8 hours. We'll give you a specific timeframe so you can plan your day accordingly.

Absolutely. Heat treatment is completely safe for nearly all household items, including furniture, clothing, electronics, and bedding. However, we do ask that you remove certain heat-sensitive items before treatment, such as candles, medications, aerosol cans, plants, and some plastics. We'll provide you with a detailed preparation checklist that walks you through exactly what needs to be removed and what can stay. Most of your belongings remain right where they are.

Zeb, our trained detection beagle, has over 90% accuracy in detecting bed bugs—far more accurate than visual inspections alone. Dogs have an incredible sense of smell that allows them to detect bed bugs hiding inside walls, behind baseboards, and in other places the human eye simply can't see. Zeb's inspections help us pinpoint exactly where bed bugs are located, which means you won't pay for treatment in areas that don't need it.

Heat treatment kills all life stages of bed bugs (adults, nymphs, and eggs) in a single day using high temperatures. It's chemical-free, requires less preparation, and penetrates areas chemicals can't reach. Chemical treatment uses EPA-registered insecticides applied over multiple visits (usually 2-3 treatments spaced weeks apart) and works well for smaller infestations or budget-conscious situations. We'll help you decide which method is best for your specific situation.

For heat treatment, preparation is minimal. You'll mainly need to remove heat-sensitive items like candles, medications, aerosol cans, and certain electronics. Most clothing and furniture stays in place. For chemical treatment, more prep is required—you'll need to wash bedding, vacuum thoroughly, and move furniture away from walls. We provide detailed preparation checklists for both methods and are always available to answer questions.

When done correctly, professional bed bug treatment eliminates the infestation completely. Our heat treatment comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. However, bed bugs can be reintroduced if you bring them back from travel, used furniture, or visitors. That's why we provide prevention education and post-treatment verification with Zeb to confirm your home is completely clear. Following our prevention tips dramatically reduces the risk of future infestations.

We understand that bed bug infestations are urgent and stressful. We offer same-day or next-day inspections in most cases and work hard to schedule your treatment as quickly as possible. For heat treatment, once we schedule your appointment, the problem is resolved in a single day. We prioritize fast response times because we know every day matters when you're dealing with bed bugs.

Yes. We stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If bed bugs return within the guarantee period, we'll come back and retreat your home at no additional cost. After treatment, we bring Zeb back for a post-treatment inspection to verify your home is completely bed bug-free. We also provide a clearance certificate that documents your home is clear—especially valuable for landlords and real estate transactions.

Absolutely. We understand that privacy matters, and having bed bugs can feel embarrassing even though it has nothing to do with cleanliness. That's why we use low-profile, unmarked service vehicles when we arrive at your home. You won't see a giant pest control billboard parked in your driveway announcing to your neighbors what's happening. We treat every client with respect and confidentiality because your privacy is important to us.