How do You Get Rid of Bed Bugs in Your Carpet?

Bed bugs typically live in mattresses, but they are known to infest your carpet as well! Rather than burrowing deep into the carpet, the bugs will actually live closer to the surface – making them easier to vacuum up! 

Eliminating bed bugs without professional treatment is already difficult. However, if you have found them in your carpet and are attempting to remove them on your own, there are several steps you can take:

1. Seal the bugs properly by using a vacuum with a bag.
2. Spread diatomaceous earth on the carpet you plan to vacuum. 
3. Go over the areas multiple times with your vacuum. 
4. Repeat steps 1-3 as many times as you are willing. 
5. If using a bag, remove the bag outside and seal it properly. 
6. Consider a shampoo or steam clean of your carpet or rug. 

Following these steps should significantly reduce the number of bed bugs, especially if the infestation has spread to your carpets. Be mindful of their presence as they may slowly return if not all have been killed. Should an infestation become too large, you can always reach out to an exterminator for help. 

Do I Have Bed Bugs or Carpet Beetles?

It is common to mistake bed bugs and carpet beetles with one another. Some of the key differences between the two can be found by looking at their appearance. In the larval stage, carpet beetles will appear like fuzzy small caterpillars while bed bugs do not go through a larva stage after hatching.

Do You Need to Get Carpets Professionally Cleaned After Bed Bugs?

Having a professional treatment should give you confidence that an infestation has been controlled. It may give you peace of mind to get your carpets and rugs professionally cleaned after an infestation. It may also help you feel like your home is much cleaner now that all bugs have been killed and removed. After an infestation has been treated, you can take control of your home and get back to your normal, less stressful way of life!