Bed bugs
Bed bug control and treatment
Discreet bed bug inspection and treatment for homes, holiday lets and guest accommodation across Bude, Launceston and Holsworthy.
Bed bugs hide in mattresses, furniture, headboards and cracks, and they are genuinely difficult to eliminate without professional treatment. If you are waking up with itchy bites, seeing live insects around the bed, or finding small dark spots on the sheets, you may have a problem that will only get worse the longer it is left.
We are SW Pest Management, based in North Cornwall and covering Bude, Launceston, Holsworthy and the surrounding area. We carry out detailed inspections, confirm the extent of the problem and treat it using professional methods that break the life cycle. All work is fully insured, with free quotes and no hidden charges. Call 07552372561 or request a quote.
- ✓Discreet, unmarked van
- ✓Fully insured, free quotes
- ✓Same-day callouts in season
- Fully insured
- Free quotes
- Discreet unmarked van
- Local team
- Seven days a week
Discreet service
Unmarked van, no disturbance.
Fully insured
Every job is covered.
Same-day callouts
Where our schedule allows.
Local, family-run
The same face on every job.
How to check for bed bugs
- Small, rust-coloured spots on sheets and mattress seams
- Live insects around the bed, mattress or furniture
- Tiny pale eggs or shed skins in seams and crevices
- Itchy bites, often in lines or clusters, on exposed skin
- A sweet, musty smell in a heavily infested room
Bed bugs spread rapidly. They hitch rides in luggage, second-hand furniture and clothing, which is why holiday lets and guest accommodation are particularly at risk. The sooner you check, the easier the problem is to stop.
How bed bug treatment works
01Inspection
We inspect the affected rooms to confirm the infestation and find where the bed bugs are hiding.
02Treatment plan
We explain what we have found and agree the treatment approach, with a quote before anything starts.
03Treatment
The treatment targets the bed bugs and their eggs, breaking the life cycle.
04Follow-up
Bed bug jobs often need a follow-up visit to be sure every stage of the life cycle has been dealt with. You will know the full plan before treatment begins.
Bed bugs in holiday lets
What not to do
- Do not try to treat bed bugs with shop-bought sprays. They rarely reach the hiding places and can make the problem harder to treat.
- Do not move bedding or furniture between rooms. That spreads the infestation.
- Do not throw out the mattress before calling. A professional inspection will tell you what actually needs replacing.
- Keep the room accessible and clear the bedding before treatment so the job can be done properly.
Related services
Other pest problems we deal with across the area.
Common questions
How do I know if I have bed bugs?＋
Look for small rust-coloured spots on sheets and mattress seams, live insects around the bed, pale eggs or shed skins in crevices, and itchy bites in lines or clusters. A heavy infestation can also have a sweet, musty smell.
Do you treat bed bugs in holiday lets?＋
Yes. We provide discreet bed bug inspection and treatment for holiday lets, Airbnb properties and guest accommodation across the Bude, Launceston and Holsworthy area, working around changeover days where needed.
How many visits does bed bug treatment need?＋
It depends on the extent of the infestation. Some problems are resolved in a single visit, while others need a follow-up treatment to be sure every stage of the life cycle has been dealt with. You will know the plan before treatment starts.
Can I get rid of bed bugs myself?＋
Shop-bought treatments rarely reach the places bed bugs hide, and incorrect use can make the problem worse. Professional treatment is the reliable way to clear an infestation.
Do I need to throw away my mattress?＋
Not necessarily. A professional inspection will confirm what needs treating and what needs replacing. In many cases the mattress and furniture can be treated rather than discarded.
How quickly can you respond?＋
We aim to arrange the earliest available appointment, often the same day. If the problem is affecting guests or bookings, say so when you call.
Got a pest problem?
Call 07552 372561 for honest advice on what you are dealing with, or request a quote and we will come back to you the same day.
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