Two questions come before any treatment: are these really bed bugs, and where are they? A professional inspection settles both. In a Bodega Bay rental, it also gives the owner, manager and tenants a dated written record.
When to Book One
- Bites keep showing up after nights at home or in the camper.
- Housekeepers noticed dark specks on sheets or mattress edges.
- A guest reported bites after a stay.
- You found a small flat bug or pale shells near a bed or bunk.
- A used bed, couch or cushion came into the house.
What Gets Checked
The technician starts where people sleep and sit: mattress seams and tags, box springs, bed frames, headboards, sofa beds, nightstands and curtains. Many homes in 94923 were built in the 1970s, and their trim, paneling and outlet plates get a close look. If you own an RV or trailer, the bed platform, dinette and storage areas can be checked too.
How the Visit Goes
- BackgroundWhen the bites began, who slept where and any recent trips, guests or campsite stays.
- SearchBedrooms first, then living areas, guest rooms and any vehicle you mention.
- EvidenceYou are shown what turned up, often in photos.
- ReportA written list of affected rooms and treatment options.
Why the Paperwork Matters Here
About 630 homes in 94923 are held for seasonal or occasional use, and permitted vacation rentals in unincorporated Sonoma County answer to a certified property manager. A dated report helps that manager decide when a house can take guests again. For long-term rentals, AB 551 requires the landlord to share a licensed operator's findings with affected tenants within 2 business days.
Getting Ready
- Leave the beds made so evidence stays where it is.
- Do not spray or fog before the visit.
- Clear clutter from around beds, bunks and couches.
Questions About Inspections
Could these be sand flea or mosquito bites from the beach?
Quite possibly. A bite cannot tell you which pest caused it, so the technician looks for the bugs, eggs, shells and dark spotting that only bed bugs leave.
Can the technician check my trailer while here?
Many companies will, if you ask when booking. Mention the RV or trailer up front so enough time is set aside.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA is a free referral service. When you call or send the form, you are connected with an independent, licensed pest control company that serves Bodega Bay. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.