What are the chances of getting bed bugs on new furniture? Unfortunately, bed bugs can live in new furniture. It’s unusual, but it can happen. We’ve seen it a few times before. We’ll explain what happens and how to avoid it.
The delivery of the product is the most straightforward solution. Even if it came from a trustworthy retailer, a brand-new piece of furniture could still contain bed bugs. Many service providers additionally offer free removal of the old pieces of furniture together with the delivery of brand-new ones. After all, your tattered old sofa is more than welcome to tag along with your beautiful new leather sectional. In the event that the furniture that was thrown out was infested with bedbugs, your other items may now be at risk.
Some companies have stopped providing removal services. To reduce risk, some businesses provide bed bug training and teach employees what to look out for. Aside from that, it is a good idea to treat their trucks proactively as a preventative measure. Companies can also outsource delivery but the lack of control and protocol can have catastrophic implications. Using a delivery service or third party saves money but raises danger.
How Can You Protect Yourself
If you are looking for furniture and employing delivery, make sure you ask questions! Inquire with the retailer of furniture about their policies and operating practices. Inquire with them about the removal services they offer. If they do, you might want to think about making your own delivery arrangements in that case.
On the day of your delivery, greet your drivers in the driveway! Finally, they are simply following company policies. However, you can look in the back of the truck to see if there is any old furniture. If you see old furniture being transported with your new items, have them remove any plastic coverings BEFORE bringing the items into the house.
What to do if you Suspect or Find Bed Bugs on Your New Furniture
If you suspect or detect bed bugs in your furniture it’s vital to document all evidence, because you may be able to seek compensation for the store’s negligence.
◦ Take pictures of the signs of an infestation you’ve found, as well as any bites you may have gotten.
◦ Contact the store immediately.
◦ Contact a professional pest control service.
◦ Document, document, document. Keep all receipts and any invoices created.
ECO will create a focused, personalized plan to get rid of all bed bugs—eggs, visible ones, and any that might be hiding—after conducting a comprehensive inspection. We want you to get back to enjoying your new furniture.
