Bed bugs travel via luggage, secondhand furniture, and shared walls — meaning any Addis property is at risk regardless of cleanliness. Housing here often sits on raised or pier foundations to manage flood risk, ranging from historic homes to newer construction. In multi-unit buildings, an infestation in one unit can spread to neighboring units through electrical outlets, baseboards, and plumbing penetrations if not treated promptly.
Treatment starts with a thorough inspection of the mattress, box spring, headboard, and baseboards to confirm the infestation and gauge its extent. From there we typically use a heat treatment — raising room temperature above 135°F for 90+ minutes, which kills bed bugs at every life stage — or a chemical-hybrid approach when heat isn't practical. Mattress encasements and a 14-day follow-up verification visit are standard.