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Bed Bug Control in Southern Maine

If you’re facing a bed bug problem, Green Shield Pest Solutions offers bed bug control in Southern Maine with safe and effective solutions. We apply treatment using green and safe pesticides to eliminate infestations while keeping your living space healthy.

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Preparation

After receiving a quote and scheduling a two-hour arrival window, Green Shield will email you a detailed preparation guide.  This involves items like cleaning up clutter, drying fabric items on high heat, and making plans to be out of the home or apartment for a few hours on the day of service.

Inspection

There is nothing more thorough in the pest business than a Green Shield bed bug inspection.  Before starting service, your technician will spend time inspecting common areas where bed bugs are found: mattresses, box springs, furniture, under the edge of the carpets, and in all cracks and crevices.

Treatment

Treatment involves using EPA-approved materials including dusts, liquids, and aerosols which are applied to the infested areas.  Typically this takes about two hours for a single family home and often longer for multi-unit apartments.

After Treatment

Occupants and pets can enter the home four hours after treatment.  Vacuuming should be done 24 hours after treatment along with keeping the temperature set to a warmer temperature for a couple of weeks.

Follow Up

After two weeks, your Green Shield technician will return to inspect and usually retreat.  The same preparation should be done once more to ensure the area is void of clutter.  Since bed bug eggs can lie dormant for quite some time, Green Shield often monitors the situation throughout the year and comes back a few more times to ensure success.

Prevention

To help in the process, the best action to take is to keep a clean home.  Frequent drying of clothing and fabrics as well as vacuuming frequently is recommended.  Green Shield has helped many with a proven system and guarantee results, returning anytime for no charge if bed bugs come back.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Green Shield Pest Solutions’ bed bug control service include?

Our company provides a thorough control process that includes preparation, a detailed inspection, targeted treatment, post-treatment instructions, follow-up inspections, and prevention recommendations. This approach is designed to address the infestation while helping prevent bugs from returning.

Before treatment begins, a technician carefully inspects common hiding areas, including mattresses, box springs, furniture, carpet edges, cracks, and crevices. A thorough inspection helps identify where they may be present so treatment can be properly targeted.

Treatment involves applying EPA-approved materials, including dusts, liquids, and aerosols, to areas affected. Treatment for a single-family home typically takes about two hours, while larger multi-unit apartments may require additional time.

Yes. Our team schedules a follow-up inspection approximately two weeks after the initial treatment and will usually retreat as needed. Because their eggs can remain dormant, additional monitoring and visits may be recommended to help ensure the infestation has been successfully controlled.

Keeping your home clean and reducing potential hiding areas can support the control process. We recommend frequent vacuuming and regularly drying clothing and fabrics. Following the preparation and prevention instructions provided by your technician can also help maintain a free environment.