Inspect beds, mattresses, box springs, headboards, and nearby furniture
Strip bedding and seal it in plastic bags
Wash bedding, curtains, and clothing in hot water
Dry items on the highest heat setting
Vacuum mattresses, bed frames, carpets, baseboards, and cracks
Dispose of vacuum contents in a sealed bag immediately
Use a stiff brush to dislodge bugs and eggs from seams and crevices
Reduce clutter around sleeping areas
Encase mattresses and box springs in bed bug-proof covers
Seal cracks and gaps in walls, floors, and furniture
Move beds away from walls and keep bedding off the floor
Place interceptors under bed and furniture legs
Apply labeled bed bug treatments according to instructions
Use heat treatment for infested items when possible
Use cold treatment for items that can be safely frozen
Repeat inspections and treatments regularly
Contact a licensed pest control professional for severe infestations