Bed Bug Treatment,
Done Right.
Thorough visual inspection and treatment of bed bug infestations using proven, effective treatment protocols. Family-owned and locally operated.
A Growing Problem Across the Midwest
Bed bugs have made a significant resurgence across the United States over the past two decades. These small, elusive insects feed on human blood, typically at night, and can establish themselves in any home regardless of cleanliness.
Because bed bugs are nocturnal and expert hiders, many homeowners do not realize they have an infestation until it has grown significantly. Early detection through professional inspection is critical. The longer an infestation goes untreated, the more difficult and involved the treatment process becomes.
Fiore Pest Control provides thorough visual inspections and proven treatment protocols for bed bug infestations throughout SE Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
Quick Facts
Adults are roughly the size and shape of an apple seed (4-5mm long)
Primarily active between midnight and 5:00 AM when hosts are asleep
Can survive up to several months without a blood meal under favorable conditions
A single female can lay 200-500 eggs in her lifetime, typically 1-5 per day
Flat enough to hide in any crack or crevice the width of a credit card
How to Identify a Bed Bug Problem
Recognizing the early signs of bed bugs allows for faster treatment and better outcomes. Look for these indicators in and around your sleeping areas.
Bite Marks
Red, itchy welts appearing in lines or clusters on skin exposed during sleep. Often found on arms, shoulders, neck, and face.
Blood Stains
Small rust-colored or reddish smears on sheets, pillowcases, or mattress surfaces from crushed bugs after feeding.
Fecal Spots
Tiny dark spots (black or dark brown) along mattress seams, headboards, and baseboards. These look like ink dots from a marker.
Shed Skins
Translucent, pale-colored exoskeletons left behind as bed bugs grow through five nymph stages before reaching adulthood.
Musty Odor
A sweet, musty smell in the bedroom produced by bed bug scent glands. Often more noticeable in larger infestations.
Live Bugs or Eggs
Seeing live bed bugs (flat, oval, reddish-brown) or tiny white eggs in mattress folds, furniture joints, or behind wall plates.
Where Bed Bugs Hide
Bed bugs stay close to their food source. Most are found within 8 feet of where you sleep, tucked into seams, joints, and crevices.
Mattress Seams
Piping, tufts, and folds along edges
Box Spring
Folds of fabric, stapled edges, and corners
Headboard
Behind and inside crevices, screw holes
Nightstands
Inside drawers, joints, and underside
Outlets & Plates
Behind electrical covers and switch plates
Picture Frames
Behind hanging frames along the wall
Baseboards
Gaps between baseboards and wall
Upholstery
Seams and cushion folds of furniture
How Bed Bugs Spread
Bed bugs do not fly or jump. They spread by hitchhiking on belongings and traveling short distances between rooms or units.
Travel
Hotels, vacation rentals, and other lodging are common sources. Bugs climb into luggage and clothing.
Used Furniture
Secondhand mattresses, bed frames, couches, and dressers can harbor hidden bed bugs and eggs.
Personal Items
Backpacks, purses, and clothing picked up from infested locations can carry bed bugs home.
Shared Walls
In multi-unit housing, bed bugs travel between apartments through wall voids, pipes, and wiring.
Why DIY Approaches Fall Short
Bed bugs are among the most difficult household pests to control without professional help. Here is why.
Resistance to Consumer Products
Many bed bug populations have developed resistance to the active ingredients found in over-the-counter sprays and foggers. Store-bought treatments often fail to reach bugs hidden deep in crevices.
Hidden Populations
Bed bugs are flat enough to hide in the smallest cracks and are rarely visible during the day. Without a thorough professional inspection, portions of the infestation are easily missed.
All Life Stages Must Be Addressed
Eggs take 6 to 10 days to hatch and are resistant to many treatments. A single missed pocket of eggs means the infestation restarts. Professional protocols account for the full life cycle.
What to Expect
From the first phone call through follow-up, here is how the process typically works.
Initial Consultation
Call us to describe what you are seeing. We will ask about the signs you have noticed, the rooms involved, and schedule a time for inspection.
Thorough Visual Inspection
A trained technician inspects all potential harborage areas in and around the affected rooms. This determines the scope of the infestation and informs the treatment plan.
Treatment Plan
Based on the inspection findings, your technician will outline the treatment protocol, preparation requirements, and a timeline for service visits.
Professional Treatment
Treatment is applied using proven, effective protocols that target bed bugs at all life stages. The specific approach is determined by the inspection findings.
Follow-Up Visits
Because bed bug eggs hatch over a period of days, follow-up visits ensure that newly emerged bugs are treated. Your technician will schedule these based on the severity of the infestation.
Service Guarantee
Your satisfaction matters. Initial bed bug services are backed by a 30-day guarantee. Ongoing service plans are guaranteed for 90 days.
$78 trip charge may apply for guarantee service calls.
Bed Bug Guides
Trusted guides to help you understand, identify, and address bed bug concerns in your home.
Bed Bugs in Wisconsin
From the WI Bureau of Environmental and Occupational Health. Covers identification, prevention, and what to do if you suspect bed bugs.
View Guide (PDF)Preventing and Getting Rid of Bed Bugs Safely
A comprehensive guide covering safe, step-by-step approaches to bed bug prevention, identification, and treatment.
View Guide (PDF)Common Questions About Bed Bugs
Licensed in both states. Proudly protecting homes across Walworth County and beyond.
Wisconsin
- Delavan
- East Troy
- Elkhorn
- Fontana
- Lake Geneva
- Williams Bay
Illinois
- Hawthorn Woods
- Libertyville
- Mundelein
Think You Have Bed Bugs?
The sooner you call, the easier the problem is to solve. Schedule a professional inspection today.