Bed bugs are one of the most common pests in Kapolei and Oahu. These critters can thrive in Hawaii’s tropical climate, and the vast numbers of tourists that visit the island complicates control efforts. Once bed bugs have established themselves, removing them can be incredibly challenging. There are a few home remedies you can try, which we’ll detail below, but you might find that calling professionals is the only way to get lasting results.

At Mid-Pacific Pest Control, we’ve been dealing with Kapolei bed bugs for over two decades. No matter how difficult these critters are to identify and exterminate, you can count on us to get the job done. Below, you’ll learn about five ways in which you can attempt to control bed bugs using DIY methods.

5 Ways to Deal with Kapolei Bed Bugs

From vacuuming to using essential oils, here’s how you can take the fight to Kapolei bed bugs:

Vacuuming

You may be able to use a vacuum cleaner to remove some bed bugs and their eggs from your mattress, bed frame, furniture, baseboards, and other areas where bed bugs might hide. However, you might struggle to remove bed bugs in small cracks and crevices. Daily vacuuming may be required to prevent population booms.

Steam Cleaning

As bed bugs cannot survive in high temperatures, you may be able to use a steam cleaner to remove them from surfaces and upholstery. Ensure the steam temperature is at least 120°F (49°C). Steam cleaning should be done weekly or as needed to keep bed bugs at bay.

Diatomaceous Earth

Many people use diatomaceous earth to manage bed bugs. You can try sprinkling some food-grade diatomaceous earth around your bed, in cracks and crevices, and any infested areas. This natural powder dehydrates and kills bed bugs by damaging their exoskeletons. However, be aware that inhaling diatomaceous earth dust particles can result in symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and shortness of breath.

Baking Soda

Leave baking soda to rest in infested areas for a few days before vacuuming it up, and you might be able to dehydrate some bed bugs to control their numbers. However, you may struggle to eradicate an infestation with baking soda.

Essential Oils

Essential oils like tea tree oil, lavender oil, peppermint oil, and eucalyptus oil can repel bed bugs. Mix a few drops of essential oil with water in a spray bottle and spray infested areas. While essential oils can help repel bed bugs, they may not completely eliminate an infestation.

Learn More about Kapolei Bed Bugs

Home remedies like baking soda, diatomaceous earth, essential oils, and vacuuming may help you keep bed bug numbers to a minimum. But if you want to resolve the problem and minimise the chances of a future infestation, you may need to call a team of pest control experts for a long-term solution. At Mid-Pacific Pest Control, we treat Kapolei bed bugs using a wide variety of advanced techniques. And we aim to be the best-value team on Oahu – that’s why we’ve been leading the way for over 20 years. Contact us today to find out how we can help you.