When traveling this holiday season, don’t let bed bugs become the gift that keeps on giving. The difficulty of bed bug control makes any new surroundings a cause for concern. Whether staying in a hotel or with relatives, use these tips to reduce the chance of bringing home some of these unwanted souvenirs.
- Protect items in your luggage by storing them in ziplock plastic bags. Keep them sealed at all times except when you need to access an item. You may even want to use a trash bag to surround the entire suitcase. Baggage liners specially made to resist bed bugs are also available.
- Place all your baggage, including purses, camera bags and other accessories, on a luggage rack or in the bathroom. These areas have fewer of the nooks and crevices where bed bugs love to hide. Be sure not to place any bags on a bed, even if it’s covered with a protective cloth.
- When you return home wash all garments, worn or not, in hot water. Bed bugs can’t survive temperatures higher than 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a vacuum to thoroughly clean out the insides of your luggage.
Sometimes your best efforts may not be enough to keep these stubborn pests out of your home. For safe and reliable bed bug control in Bergen County, contact the professional technicians at Heritage Pest Control.
