Bed Bugs Winnipeg Resources and Treatment Tips

" Bed bugs Winnipeg prevention and extermination guide. According to the CBCNews the city is having an unusually large bed bug problem. According to one bed bug exterminator, calls are up 30%. The insects have been discovered in Winnipeg daycare centers and theaters. Learn about all of the bed bug resources available to you in the Winnipeg area. Apartment renters are not responsible for treating a bed bug infestation. By law, the landlord or building manager is responsible. Tenants are only obligated to follow the landlords directions, such as when to allow an exterminator into their apartment. Home owners are responsible for treating their own infestations. The information below highlights the many resources available in Manitoba and Winnipeg."

According to Manitoba Health, Family Service and Housing, bed bugs are a problem in approximately 101 buildings with 95% of homes bed-bug free. The government has issued a presentation on bed bugs advising residents on how to kill bed bugs and steps for prevention.

If you rent, landlords or building managers are responsible for treatment. Home owners must arrange for their own treatment. However, Manitoba does maintain a "Bug N Scrub" program where vulnerable persons can apply for help such as moving furniture, laundry service, and general cleaning. You can apply by completing this assessment form (PDF Download).

Homeowners are responsible for treating their own home.We always recommend calling in a bed bug exterminator. Start by contacting a network of local pest control contractors such as Service Magic (1.877.233.1145) since they pre-screen members and only accept companies that are licensed and insured. They also provide callers (or online) up to 4 free quotes. This is important as treating a home or apartment can cost $1,000 or more.

You can also find reviews for local contractors on Angies List (there is a small fee for the service).

The Winnipeg Dog is the home of Winnipeg's first local resident bed bug sniffing dog. Their mission is to work with the citizens of Winnipeg and Winnipeg's Pest Control companies in the fight against bed bugs. Their canine scent detection service is proven, accurate, discreet, and affordable. There are several reasons why you might want to use the Winnipeg dog as part of your bed bug treatment plan.

The Winnipeg Bed Bug Dog Can Locate the exact locatino of a Home, Office, Hotel or Apartment Bed Bug Infestation

Proactive inspections involve using a dog to continually inspect a facility. This way problems are detected early. Hotels and other public facilities benefit from this approach.

If bed bugs are sighted, a dog can locate the exact location of the infestation for the pest control company. This reduces the time and effort used by the pest control company, and will save you money.

After any bed bugs Winnipeg treatment, the dog can inspect any treated and surrounding areas for bed bugs. It is common for exterminators to treat a room 2 to 3 times. Dogs provide a reliable way to determine if the problem has been eliminated.