How To Prevent Bed Bugs

Prior to Travel

• Spray luggage and allow to dry completely
• Pack clothing and personal effects in sealable plastic bags
• Bring extra resealable plastic bags for soiled clothing

At Hotel/Destination

• Place luggage in bathroom while you do inspection. If there are signs of bed bug activity, check out of that hotel
• Pull back the sheets back and check the along the seams of the mattress for bed bug feces
• Never put your suitcase on the bed and do not unpack your suitcase contents into dressers
• Re-pack luggage contents into sealable plastic bags

Returning Home

• Unpack luggage outside, or in a garage, laundry room or utility room. Leave luggage in garage, laundry or utility room
• Inspect luggage and clothing for signs of activity. If signs are found, spray luggage again
• Wash and dry clothing at high temperatures