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You sleep through the night without waking up covered in bites. Your kids don’t dread bedtime anymore. You stop checking every hotel room like a detective before unpacking.
That’s what happens when bed bugs are actually gone—not just hiding until next week. You get your peace of mind back, your family feels safe again, and you can focus on what matters instead of obsessing over every red mark on your skin.
The difference between DIY attempts and professional bed bug control isn’t just effectiveness—it’s getting your life back. No more throwing away furniture, no more sleepless nights wondering if that itch means they’re back.
First Choice Pest Control has been protecting Michigan families since 2005. Roger brings 26 years of hands-on experience to every job—not book knowledge, real expertise earned through thousands of bed bug cases.
We’re one of under 100 companies nationwide offering canine bed bug detection. While other companies rely on visual inspections that miss 60-70% of infestations, our trained dogs detect bed bugs with 96% accuracy, finding them even in early stages when treatment is most effective.
You get the same technician every visit, not rotating college students who don’t know your property. We’ve earned awards from Angie’s List and Home Advisor because we do things differently in Fowlerville—the right way.
First, we conduct a thorough inspection using our trained detection dogs. These aren’t pets—they’re certified canines that can smell bed bug pheromones at concentrations humans can’t detect, even through walls and inside tiny cracks.
Once we confirm the infestation, we develop a targeted treatment plan. This might include heat treatments that reach 140 degrees to kill all life stages instantly, or strategic chemical applications using products unavailable to consumers.
We don’t just treat and leave. Your technician monitors progress, adjusts the approach if needed, and ensures complete elimination. If bed bugs return between scheduled visits, we come back at no charge until the problem is completely resolved.
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Your bed bug control service includes complete interior and exterior inspection, canine detection when needed, targeted treatment using the most effective methods for your specific situation, and ongoing monitoring to prevent re-infestation.
Fowlerville residents face unique challenges with bed bugs. The village’s proximity to major travel routes means higher risk of introduction from hotels and transportation. Summer tourism increases bed bug activity throughout Livingston County, making professional detection and treatment essential.
We customize our approach based on your property type, infestation level, and family situation. Apartments require different strategies than single-family homes. Families with young children need extra safety considerations. Your technician understands these local factors and adjusts accordingly.
Our trained detection dogs achieve 96% accuracy in finding live bed bugs and viable eggs, compared to 30-40% accuracy from visual inspections alone. Dogs can detect bed bug pheromones at concentrations humans cannot smell, even in tiny cracks, electrical outlets, and behind furniture.
Visual inspections often miss early-stage infestations when only a few bugs are present. By the time you see obvious signs like blood stains or shed skins, the infestation has usually spread significantly. Early detection through canine inspection means more effective treatment and lower costs.
Our dogs are certified and re-certified annually. They undergo daily training to maintain peak performance, ensuring consistent results for Fowlerville families.
Professional treatment uses commercial-grade products and methods unavailable to consumers. Heat treatments reach precise temperatures (140-145°F) that kill all bed bug life stages instantly, including eggs that survive most pesticides.
DIY methods fail because bed bugs have developed resistance to over-the-counter products. Store-bought sprays often scatter bugs to new hiding spots, making the problem worse. Professional treatment targets the entire population using integrated approaches that prevent resistance.
We also have the training to find all hiding spots. Bed bugs don’t just live in mattresses—they hide in electrical outlets, behind baseboards, inside furniture joints, and dozens of other locations most homeowners never check.
Treatment timeline depends on infestation severity and treatment method. Heat treatments often eliminate bed bugs in a single day, while chemical treatments typically require 2-3 applications spaced 2-3 weeks apart to catch newly hatched bugs.
Early-stage infestations caught through canine detection usually resolve faster than advanced cases where bugs have spread throughout the home. This is why we emphasize early detection—it saves time, money, and stress.
You’ll see dramatic reduction in activity within 48-72 hours of initial treatment. Complete elimination is confirmed when no new signs appear for 3-4 weeks and follow-up inspections show no live bugs or viable eggs.
Bed bugs don’t transmit diseases like mosquitoes or ticks, but they create significant health impacts. Bites cause itchy welts that can become infected from scratching. Some people develop allergic reactions requiring medical treatment.
The psychological impact often exceeds physical symptoms. Bed bug infestations cause anxiety, insomnia, and stress that affects work performance and family relationships. Children may develop sleep disorders or refuse to sleep in their own beds.
Secondary infections from scratching bites are common, especially in children. Professional elimination removes these health risks and restores normal sleep patterns for your entire family.
Prevention focuses on travel precautions and early detection. Inspect hotel rooms before unpacking—check mattress seams, headboards, and upholstered furniture for dark spots or blood stains. Keep luggage in bathrooms or hard-surface areas, never on beds.
When returning from travel, immediately wash all clothing in hot water and dry on high heat for 30-45 minutes. Inspect luggage carefully before bringing it inside. These steps kill any hitchhiking bugs before they establish in your home.
Regular professional monitoring catches new introductions early. Our ongoing service includes periodic inspections to detect problems before they become infestations, maintaining the bed bug-free environment you’ve invested in.
Preparation varies by treatment method, but generally includes washing and drying all clothing, bedding, and fabric items on high heat. Remove clutter from floors and surfaces to allow thorough treatment access.
For heat treatments, remove heat-sensitive items like medications, electronics, and certain plastics. Your technician provides a detailed preparation checklist specific to your treatment plan and home layout.
Don’t use bug sprays or foggers before professional treatment—these products can interfere with our methods and scatter bugs to new areas. Proper preparation ensures maximum treatment effectiveness and faster elimination.
