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