Preparing Your Home for Heat Treatment: A Handy Checklist

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Sep 4
3 min read

Bed bugs. Just the thought of them makes most people shiver. They hide in your bed, bite when you’re asleep, and leave you feeling itchy and uncomfortable. The good news? They can be beaten.

At Bed Bug Experts, we use heat treatment to get rid of them — and it works brilliantly. But before we come to your home, you’ll need to do a bit of preparation. Don’t worry, it’s nothing too hard. Think of it as a little tidy-up that helps us do the best job possible.

Why heat treatment?

First things first, why do we use heat instead of sprays or powders? Heat kills bed bugs at every stage: eggs, young ones, and adults.

IIt reaches places sprays can’t — tiny cracks, deep inside mattresses, behind furniture.
It’s safe, with no chemicals left behind.
It usually works in just one day.

If you’re searching for bed bug pest control Northampton,heat treatment is one of the most trusted and long-lasting options.

Getting your home ready – the easy checklist

Here’s the part you’ll need to do. Don’t worry, it’s all simple and we’ll guide you along the way.

1. Clear up the clutter

Bed bugs love mess because it gives them hiding spots.

Pick things up from the floor.
Clear under the bed.
Tidy up corners and wardrobes.
Put belongings in plastic tubs or bags.

The less clutter, the better the heat can move around.

2. Wash and bag clothes and bedding

A little laundry goes a long way here.

Wash sheets, pillowcases, and clothes on a hot wash (60°C if safe).
Dry them on the hottest setting for at least 30 minutes.
When clean, seal them in bags so they stay safe.

3. Move furniture a bit

We don’t need you to rearrange the whole house, just make space for the heat.

Pull beds, sofas, and wardrobes a few inches from the walls.
Empty drawers and leave them open.
Take out candles, wax, or anything that might melt.

4. Remove heat-sensitive items

Some things don’t like heat as much as bed bugs do.

Take out food, plants, make-up, and medicines.
Remove valuables and important documents.
Electronics may need moving too – we’ll tell you what’s safe.

5. Pets need a holiday

Your pets won’t enjoy the heat, so they’ll need to go out for the day.

Take dogs, cats, rabbits, and smaller pets with you.
Don’t forget fish tanks — they need moving too.
Bring pet food and bowls out of the house.

6. Make sure we can reach everywhere

We’ll need access to all rooms.

Unlock doors and cupboards.
Clear hallways so equipment can be set up.
Tell us if anything in your home is fragile.

And finally, be ready to be out of the house for about 6–8 hours while we work our magic.

After treatment – what next?

When you come home, you’ll find everything treated. But here’s how to keep it that way:

Wait until we say it’s safe to come back in.
Keep clutter down to stop bugs finding hiding places.
Be careful with second-hand furniture – bed bugs often travel this way.

If you spot anything odd later, give us a ring.

Why choose Bed Bug Experts?

We know there are countless pest control services to choose from. Here’s what sets Bed Bug Experts apart for the people of Northampton:

Our only focus is bed-bugs. We do no other pests.
We employ modern heat tech that truly delivers results.
We’re known to be friendly, discreet, and local.
Our rates are upfront and reasonable.

Most of all, we know the strain bed bugs put upright, and we want to help relieve that hassle for you.

Getting ready for the Heat treatment can feel inconvenient, but it's absolutely necessary for ensuring that the infestation gets eliminated—and it is guaranteed to eliminate the infestation. You follow the simple preparation steps, and the difficult part is on us.

Bed Bug Experts will help you get those peaceful, untroubled nights back, free of bites, itching, and anxiety. Do you need pest control service for bed bugs in Northampton? Contact us today! We want to help you reclaim your home—quickly, safely, and permanently.