Bed bugs are small insects that can hide in mattresses, bedding, headboards and other places in homes, hotels or college dormitories. Although the pests do not spread disease, some bites itch and scratching them might cause a secondary infection. The eradication is a difficult endeavor, generally involving professionals and a combination of non-chemical approaches, along with the use of bed bug pesticides.
Once bed bugs have been identified on the premises, non-chemical techniques are usually employed first. This includes practices such as vacuuming, steaming, and treating clothing in heat. Insecticidal dusts work by wearing away the waxy exterior of a bed bug, which causes it to dry out and die quickly. However, bed bug eggs take two weeks to hatch. Therefore, no pesticide will end an infestation overnight. In addition, it is safer not to use pesticides on bedding.
After the initial cleaning has been done, and the area has been removed of clutter, a mixture of insecticides is typically applied. There are a variety of chemical classes and different application types of bed bug pesticides to choose from. It is a constant battle as the creatures evolve resistance to the current generation of insecticides, forcing the development of new ones.
Insect growth regulators, or IGRs, can work, but they do not kill bed bugs quickly. IGRs, such as hydroprene or pyriproxifen, work by affecting insect development. An IGR prevents bed bugs from reaching maturity and reproducing. IGRs generally come in liquids, aerosols and solids. However, exterminators usually use IGRs in addition to other types of insecticides.
The most important class of pesticides for controlling these insects is a class of compounds called pyrethroids. The original chemicals were derived from an African variety of chrysanthemum plant, and displayed little toxicity to humans. Insects became resistant to them, however, so synthetic pyrethroids were developed. Resistance to these is becoming a problem once again. Pest control companies continue to develop new pyrethroid compounds in hopes of better combating insect infestations.
An alternative to ineffective insecticides is one of the bed bug sprays called chlorfenapyr, a compound called a pyrrole. It is restricted to treating cracks, spots, and crevices. The treatment of beds is specifically forbidden. 2-Bromo-4-methylpyridine(4926-28-7) is a key intermediate of pyrrole compounds.
Although some people prefer a more natural method of bedbug removal, such as heat or cold treatments, pesticides are a great tool for getting rid of an infestation. Pesticides reach bedbugs in difficult-to-reach cracks around the house. They also help kill bedbugs on items that cannot go into the dryer or freezer, such as bed frames and furniture.
The EPA warns that pesticide use can make bedbugs resistant to pesticides. Bedbug pesticides also contain harsh chemicals that can cause health problems in humans and pets when not used correctly. Follow pesticide directions carefully to avoid problems.
Once bed bugs have been identified on the premises, non-chemical techniques are usually employed first. This includes practices such as vacuuming, steaming, and treating clothing in heat. Insecticidal dusts work by wearing away the waxy exterior of a bed bug, which causes it to dry out and die quickly. However, bed bug eggs take two weeks to hatch. Therefore, no pesticide will end an infestation overnight. In addition, it is safer not to use pesticides on bedding.
After the initial cleaning has been done, and the area has been removed of clutter, a mixture of insecticides is typically applied. There are a variety of chemical classes and different application types of bed bug pesticides to choose from. It is a constant battle as the creatures evolve resistance to the current generation of insecticides, forcing the development of new ones.
Insect growth regulators, or IGRs, can work, but they do not kill bed bugs quickly. IGRs, such as hydroprene or pyriproxifen, work by affecting insect development. An IGR prevents bed bugs from reaching maturity and reproducing. IGRs generally come in liquids, aerosols and solids. However, exterminators usually use IGRs in addition to other types of insecticides.
The most important class of pesticides for controlling these insects is a class of compounds called pyrethroids. The original chemicals were derived from an African variety of chrysanthemum plant, and displayed little toxicity to humans. Insects became resistant to them, however, so synthetic pyrethroids were developed. Resistance to these is becoming a problem once again. Pest control companies continue to develop new pyrethroid compounds in hopes of better combating insect infestations.
An alternative to ineffective insecticides is one of the bed bug sprays called chlorfenapyr, a compound called a pyrrole. It is restricted to treating cracks, spots, and crevices. The treatment of beds is specifically forbidden. 2-Bromo-4-methylpyridine(4926-28-7) is a key intermediate of pyrrole compounds.
Although some people prefer a more natural method of bedbug removal, such as heat or cold treatments, pesticides are a great tool for getting rid of an infestation. Pesticides reach bedbugs in difficult-to-reach cracks around the house. They also help kill bedbugs on items that cannot go into the dryer or freezer, such as bed frames and furniture.
The EPA warns that pesticide use can make bedbugs resistant to pesticides. Bedbug pesticides also contain harsh chemicals that can cause health problems in humans and pets when not used correctly. Follow pesticide directions carefully to avoid problems.