Updated on August 16, 2023
The best thing to kill bed bugs is to go against them with full force. You’ll need a variety of products that we’ve gathered for you in one place. Using just one or two may give you a head start. But bed bugs are sneaky and tough, so you want to be sure to do the job well. Bear in mind that it’s no easy task and you may need the help of a professional.
To find out more about bed bug bites and how to handle them, check out our article on What To Do for Bed Bug Bites.
Steam Cleaner for Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are fond of heat but only to a certain extent. They cannot stand heat above 120°F (49°C). This is why a steamer is the perfect tool for getting rid of bed bugs in a natural way. If you had just one option to go with, this would really be the best thing to kill bed bugs. The steam can access places that are otherwise out of your reach. Such as the inside of your mattress and all the crevices of the bed that are hard to notice. As a bonus, the steamer not only kills the nymph or adult bed bugs, it also gets rid of the eggs.
Be careful though, as the steam is hot. When used without proper caution, it can cause serious burns. Always turn to the product guide for more information on how to handle it.
This Pure Enrichment steamer is our favorite because of the large number of components. It can be hard to reach certain areas but the different brushes of this steamer help get to those places as well. Price: Starting at $139  |
 Vapamore’s MR-100 Promo Steam Cleaner is for those who can spear a bit more. It’s a powerful tool with more accessories than many other products. It’s perfect for getting rid of bed bugs, as well as cleaning the rest of the house chemical free. The lifetime warranty is not a bad addition either.
Price: Starting at $350 |
UV Vacuum for Bed Bugs
Ultraviolet vacuum cleaners are another excellent way of fighting bed bugs. This UV vacuum by Raycop performs 18,000 pulsations per minute. So it will beat the bed bugs from inside your mattress or other upholstery. The hot air and UV light then penetrate their outer skin and exterminate them.
Raycop’s UV Vacuum Cleaner is an indispensable tool at a good price. Designed for cleaning your home from bed bugs, allergens and dust mites, it’s easy to use and gives good results. Price: Starting at $270 |
Bed Bug Sprays
There are a lot of sprays that promise to get rid of bed bugs quickly. Sadly most of them are not doing the job. Or they’re full of chemicals that can hurt your children or pets.
EcoRider’s bed bug killer is the best bug spray out there. It’s natural, so it won’t be harmful to your kids or pets. But it’s lethal for bed bugs. Price: Starting at $20 |
Mattress Encasements for Bed Bugs
Bed bugs usually hide in the box spring, the mattress, and the bed frame. So the first step is to start protecting the most vulnerable place – your bed. Zippered mattress encasements are used for both the mattress and the box spring. The encasements will act as a protective layer around the box spring and the mattress. If you think there might be bed bugs hiding in either of them, leave the encasement on for 18 months. This will ensure that any bugs hiding on the inside will die, as they won’t be able to feed.
The Utopia Bedding mattress encasement is waterproof, fits well, has a good quality zipper. It’s a great value for the price. Sizes: California King, King, Queen, Full, Twin, Twin XL Price: Starting at $19 |
 The Hospitology mattress encasement is easy to put on, even by yourself. The material is soft and comfortable, while still strong and durable.
Sizes: King, Queen, Full, Twin, Twin XL Price: Starting at $40 |
Glue Traps for Bed Bugs
This a neat trick to protect your bed frame. If the intruders in your bedroom are hiding in the walls or other pieces of furniture, they’ll want to make their way to your bed during the night. You can stop them by placing glue traps under and around your bed legs. Blue traps are boards that are covered with strong glue. The glue is strong enough to catch a mouse. And it’s great for catching bed bugs that are trying to sneak into your bed.
Trapper insect traps are reliable and effective. They’re made to catch bed bugs, spiders cockroaches and other insects. The pack includes 90 non-poisonous traps. Price: Starting at $23 |
Pillow Encasements for Bed Bugs
Pillows are another hiding place for bed bugs. The best way to make sure yours are not filled with unwanted insects is to get a pillow encasement. It’s function is similar to the mattress encasement. The best pillow encasements are zippered, to make sure that no bed bugs will sneak out.
SureGuard‘s pillow encasement has a quality zipper that prevents any bed bugs from getting out. The 100% cotton surface leaves a smooth feel to the touch. Sizes: King, Queen, Standard, Body, European, Toddler/Travel Price: Starting at $30 |
 Linenspa‘s zippered pillow encasement will do a good job fighting against bed bugs. It’s made of polyester and thus a slightly cheaper than the natural cotton one from SureGuard.
Sizes: California King, King, Queen, Full, Full XL, Twin, Twin XL, Standard Price: Starting at $12 |