Professional K-9 Bed Bug Inspection in Pennsylvania

The first step to eliminating a bed bug problem is to figure out that you have one in the first place.

Here at EasyPM, our experienced team of bed bug experts specializes in providing K9 bed bug inspection services that help our clients all over southeastern Pennsylvania catch bed bug problems before they get out of hand.

Our K9 bed bug inspections are discreet, convenient, and far more accurate than other traditional bed bug detection methods, giving you all the tools they need to identify and eliminate bed bugs as quickly as possible. So, if you suspect that your property has a bed bug problem, you can count on us to have you back every time.

Why Early Bed Bug Detection Matters

Bed bugs are small and elusive pests that reproduce quickly and can be incredibly difficult for the untrained eye to spot. Even while there will be signs as the infestation progresses, most people simply don’t have the knowledge or experience to catch bed bug issues before they completely take over.

Unfortunately, this can be a big problem. The longer bed bugs are allowed to live, the more they will reproduce and spread, leading to more serious physical and mental consequences down the road, but that’s not all.

Larger infestations are often much more costly and time-consuming to get rid of, so late detection often leads to higher removal bills and more disruption to your everyday life. This means that when it comes to bed bugs, the earlier you catch the problem, the better, and you should always seek out a professional inspection as soon as you have the slightest suspicion that there may be bed bugs in your home.

What is a K-9 Bed Bug Inspection?

A K9 bed bug inspection involves using specially trained dogs to locate bed bugs by scent. Everyone knows that dogs have an impressively keen sense of smell, and this ability allows them to detect both live bed bugs and their eggs with incredible precision.

During a professional K9 bed bug inspection, an experienced handler guides a dog through an indoor space. Once the dog detects the unique scent of bed bugs, it then signals the handler, allowing the inspection team to pinpoint the exact locations where they need to apply treatment.

Benefits of K-9 Bed Bug Inspection Over Traditional Methods

There are a number of different problems that make the traditional bed bug inspection method a far inferior option to using a dog. The main issue is that traditional methods rely heavily on a professional inspector’s ability to identify even the smallest visual cues.

These signs can be hard to spot, even for professionals, leading to a more time-consuming inspection process that often misses hidden areas. On the other hand, K9 bed bug inspections offer a wide variety of crucial advantages, including:

Speed: Dogs can search a large room in a matter of minutes instead of hours.
Accuracy: Dogs can detect small infestations and eggs more reliably than humans.
Non-invasive: Dogs don’t require you to tear apart furniture or remove mattresses and couch cushions.
Cost-effective: Earlier, more accurate identification leads to less extensive and expensive treatment.

At the end of the day, if you’re looking for the fastest and most reliable bed bug inspection solution, there’s really no better option than conducting a K9 inspection.

How Our Trained Dogs Work: Step-By-Step Inspection Process

Here at EasyPM, we’ve spent years perfecting our K9 inspection process to ensure the utmost effectiveness and transparency. Here is what you can expect the process to look like.

Step 1

Initial Assessment

Our expert team reviews the space and explains the inspection process.

Step 2

K9 Detection

We lead our trained dogs around your home to search for bed bugs’ distinct scent.

Step 3

Pinpointing Infested Areas

Once detected, the dog alerts the handler, and the handler will confirm and mark the infested area.

Step 4

Inspection Report

We provide a detailed report of our findings.

Step 5

Follow-Up Guidance

We provide suggestions about how you should proceed with treating the infestation.

No matter how big or small your bed bug infestation is, our dogs will ensure that we catch every problem area in your home so that we can provide quick and effective treatment as soon as possible.

Bed Bug Inspection Checklist

While our K9 bed bug inspections are about as minimally invasive as possible, there are still a few things that you should do beforehand if you want to guarantee the best results.

Here’s what you should do.

Remove clutter from floors and around sleeping areas.
Avoid using cleaning products and sprays before the inspection.
Don’t move any potentially infested furniture.
Provide easy access to all rooms in your home.
Inform our inspectors of any previously treated or problem areas in your home.

While it may be an inconvenience, following our simple bed bug inspection checklist can go a long way to ensuring that every area of your home is thoroughly inspected and that our dogs don’t miss a single bug.

What Happens After Detection?

Detecting bed bugs is only the first step, and if we do find bed bugs, you may be wondering what happens next. As you know, acting quickly is essential when it comes to getting rid of bed bug infestations, and while we won’t force you to do anything, we’ll always suggest that we start treatment as quickly as possible. All you have to do is give us the green light, and we’ll start discreet, effective, and chemical-free heat treatment solutions as quickly as possible.

Contact EasyPM Today

Do you suspect that your home has a bed bug problem? Give us a call at 484-206-5055.

Our friendly team of bed bug experts is always here to answer questions and will happily help you schedule your K-9 bed bug inspection at a time that’s convenient for you. We’ll even offer you a free estimate for the price of removal once we’re done. Don’t let your bed bug problems get out of hand. Contact EasyPM today!