EcoPest uses sturdy plastic that won’t break or distort under the weight of even larger beds and mattresses. When sugar and yeast are mixed, a little amount of carbon dioxide is released, which can be used to attract bed bugs toward an interceptor trap.

It's very difficult to get rid of bedbugs yourself because they can be hard to find and may be resistant to some insecticides. Therefore if you put out a variety: bed bug interceptor cups, sticky traps, and other monitors, you are more likely to catch a bed bug. Moreover, using a trap can also reduce the number of bugs and can be used to prevent severe infestation in case of the presence of these pests. Traps catch live bed bugs for identification, prevent bites, protect your bed, and keep tabs on infestations. Using a few different types of monitoring bed bug traps is essential for those people who don’t show a skin reaction.If you are worried about bed bugs, place these all along the walls and the bedposts and couch posts. What separates this trap is that it’s partially enclosed, and has a small see-through window where you can view captured bed bugs inside. However, as a “bug doc” in WA State I’ll point out that glue traps or any adhesives (while usually effective on initial forays of a new colony, or scouts from established harborages) will almost certainly cause other bed bugs to avoid the area due to the alert pheromones bed bugs will immediately issue when they become trapped. This section will explore homemade bed bug trap recipes you can easily create using everyday household items! But the proper use of these pesticides usually means wearing protective gear (like face masks, goggles, and gloves) while handling them, in addition to applying the treatments in the right environment — some formulas might be suited for only indoors or outdoors.

Evaluating your specific needs and choosing a trap that will effectively capture bed bugs and fit within your budget is essential. Passive bed bug traps, also known as interception devices or monitor traps, are designed to passively capture bed bugs without using attractants or lures. There will not be any itchy red marks to clue you into the possibility of bed bugs being present, and knowing that bed bugs have a color preference can help you when choosing a bed bug trap or monitor.Don’t forget to examine your wardrobe as bed bugs love clothes, and it’s worth checking any other fabrics in the room like curtains, cushions and cuddly toys. There are many different types of bed bug traps, but they all fall into one of two groups: active or passive. The bad news is that if you have a three bedroom home, you need to make about 50 bed bug traps and put them all over the house!

Even though they might not work as well as professional bed bug traps, DIY traps can be a quick and cheap way to detect a bed bug problem. Mobility of Bed Bugs: Bed bugs can potentially bypass interceptors by climbing walls, ceilings, or adjacent furniture. During the last bed bug specialist certification, I learned that the interceptor cups work anywhere, not just on posts. If you’re not sure what type of bug you’ve found, bring it to an exterminator or entomologist to identify.Melissa's work focuses on promoting environmentally-friendly practices, helping people create healthy gardens and finding ways to achieve overall health and wellness.