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Bed Bug K9 Detection

Bed Bug K9 Detection Overview
Service Overview
Bed Bug K9 Detection
Service Overview
Bed Bug K9 Detection
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Inspection Process
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Bed Bug K9 Detection

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WE SNIFF OUT BED
BUGS - LITERALLY.

If you suspect that you have bed bugs in your home or business but haven’t found concrete evidence, a K9 evaluation may be the best option for you. Our bed bug K9s are capable of smelling viable eggs and live bugs hiding where a human can’t see and zeroing in on infestation sites, making them much faster at searching large areas, and far more efficient. Whether you just want peace of mind in your home or need clearance for your business, our dogs are ready to put their noses to work for you.

Black Diamond’s Bed Bug K9s:

  • Are certified through the NACPI
  • Can detect even a single live bug/egg
  • Search large areas quickly
  • Locate bugs in hidden areas
  • Ensure a 98% accuracy rate
No items found.
No items found.

Although our general pest solutions cover a wide range of insects, there are some that require a bit more time and attention. For this reason, the following pests do not fall under our general pest designation.

ADDITIONAL TURF SERVICES

Bed Bug K9 Detection

Bed Bug K9 Detection

Meet The K9 Team

Maverick

Maverick

Say hello to Maverick! Like his brother, he's been with us his whole life, and went through a year of training to earn his certification. With five human years of work and thirty five doggy years of experience, there's no one he'd rather sniff out bed bugs with than his beloved brother. When they're not playing around or enjoying their favorite kind of food (any you'll give them!) he loves lazy naps on the bed to rest after a good day's work.

Rowdy

Rowdy

Meet Rowdy! As his name suggests, he's a very playful pup who's been with us since he was born. He completed a year of training to earn his certification, and now at five years old, he's got thirty five years of experience in doggy years! When not enjoying tasty treats for a job well done, he loves grabbing one end of a rope toy and romping around while his brother holds the other half!

RETIRED K9 TEAM MEMBERS

Bugsy

Bugsy

Lil Red

Lil Red

Mia

Mia

Zack

Zack

Training the Best Dogs in the Business

Our bed bug sniffing dogs train weekly at a number of locations to continuously enhance their noses’ capabilities and keep them sharp. During these weekly training sessions, a vial of live bed bugs is strategically placed in a room or apartment unit, typically in the corners of beds, couches, and other common areas where bed bugs like to hide. The dogs are then taken inside and begin their search, where they use their incredible noses to lead the K9 handler to the tiny insects within minutes.

DO YOU SUSPECT BED BUGS IN YOUR HOME?

The spring/summer and holiday travel season compels many homeowners to head out for a much-needed vacation, but these days it’s very likely you’ll bring home more than memories. An increase in travel inevitably leads to an increase in the spread of bed bugs due to their hitchhiking tendencies, as the small pests will clasp onto clothes, luggage, and any other personal belongings they can grab a hold of. Despite what many people believe, your level of cleanliness has no impact on how likely you are to be the victim of a bed bug infestation, as they have evolved to be picked up anywhere people gather.

If an infestation is suspected, searching for proof yourself can take hours, as these apple seed sized pests are masters of stealth. Instead of subjecting yourself to the headache of moving around and flipping furniture to visually locate bed bugs, have our K9s do the work! These dogs use their noses to zero in on their target, and they can detect the smell of live infestations within minutes. If our bed bug detecting K9 finds them on your property, the Black Diamond professionals will then know where and can focus the necessary bed bug treatments to rid your life of these blood sucking pests. Using our K9 unit for bed bug detection results in 98% or better accuracy!

If you are worried you may have a bed bug problem, but are unsure if there is an infestation, don’t hesitate to call 877-DEAD-BUG to schedule an evaluation with our bed bug sniffing K9. We’ll be there to help as soon as we can, tails wagging!

DO YOU SUSPECT BED BUGS IN YOUR WORKPLACE?

If you think you might have bed bugs in your place of business, don't worry! Our K9's are trained in a variety of environments, including commercial establishments, and these helpful pups can make the process of locating potential bed bug infestations much smoother.Due to their incredibly tiny size and their talent for squeezing into tight hiding spaces, it can be difficult to determine if and where exactly bed bugs might be hiding, and even a trained specialist can take hours to thoroughly survey a large site. This is where our K9's come in! Using their powerful noses, they can locate the problem far faster than any human, allowing treatment to begin that much sooner. You won't need to close down or worry about any significant disruptions to your business during these searches, as their handler only needs to guide the K9's through the establishment. If they detect bed bugs or viable eggs, the dogs will follow the trail and signal when they find the source.Should the dogs find live bugs, there's no need to panic! Black Diamond is here to help you treat these pests quickly and efficiently, so you can get back to business! We can usually schedule your first treatment in the same business week. While many infestations require multiple treatments to fully eradicate, we'll work with you until every last pest has been cleared out

WE’VE GOT THE RIGHT BED BUG TREATMENT FOR YOU

Bed bugs can be a nightmare for homeowners and business owners alike, but with over 20,000 services annually, no one does bed bug control like Black Diamond! We consider all factors when starting bed bug treatment, and depending on your needs we have two highly effective options; heat treatment and chemical treatment. As an added form of protection, we also offer protective mattress covers that surround your mattress and keep these bloodsuckers from coming out for a midnight snack. Bed bugs can go up to six months without eating and they can also squeeze themselves into places we can't reach. As such, we've designed our treatment techniques to handle the challenge, so that not even the craftiest of bed bugs slips through the cracks. Black Diamond offers continued protection even after the bed bugs are eradicated. To get started with bed bug K9 detection services and expert level bed bug treatments, give us a call at 877-DEAD-BUG.

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Bed Bug K9 Detection

Bed Bug K9 Detection Overview
Service Overview
Bed Bug K9 Detection
Service Overview
Bed Bug K9 Detection
Service Overview
Termite Services
Inspection Process
Treatment Options
Wildlife Control Services
FAQ
Bug Photo Img
Bed Bug K9 Detection
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No items found.
Bed Bug K9 Detection

Bed Bug K9 Detection

Bed Bug K9 Detection
Photos
No items found.

WE SNIFF OUT BED
BUGS - LITERALLY.

If you suspect that you have bed bugs in your home or business but haven’t found concrete evidence, a K9 evaluation may be the best option for you. Our bed bug K9s are capable of smelling viable eggs and live bugs hiding where a human can’t see and zeroing in on infestation sites, making them much faster at searching large areas, and far more efficient. Whether you just want peace of mind in your home or need clearance for your business, our dogs are ready to put their noses to work for you.

Black Diamond’s Bed Bug K9s:

  • Are certified through the NACPI
  • Can detect even a single live bug/egg
  • Search large areas quickly
  • Locate bugs in hidden areas
  • Ensure a 98% accuracy rate
No items found.
No items found.

Although our general pest solutions cover a wide range of insects, there are some that require a bit more time and attention. For this reason, the following pests do not fall under our general pest designation.

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WILDLIFE CONTROL SERVICES

Removal

We offer a range of removal and preventative wildlife services, with a goal to effectively and humanely resolve and prevent wildlife conflicts.

Exclusion

From netting and bird spikes to screening, metal flashings, sealants and chimney caps, we provide what you need to keep wild animals out.

Damage Repair*

We put buildings and homes back together to look as if damage never happened.

* Contact your local Black Diamond to ask about Wildlife Damage repair services offered.

Cleanup

Our services include disinfecting and animal dropping removal to keep employees and families safe. We take care of everything from beginning to end.

RESTORATION SERVICES

Crawlspace Services

We offer several crawl space services including moisture control, conditioning, and encapsulation. We’ll work within your budgetary constraints to increase ventilation, ensure adequate insulation, and minimize evaporation issues. We install crawlspace dehumidifiers and web re-enforced vapor barriers that will condition your crawlspace year-round. There are many options in this area and our skilled team is happy to offer you the information and professional experience that will help you make the right decision based on your particular situation.

Sump Pump Systems

Black Diamond installs full and limited sump pump systems in crawlspaces, when needed, in order to eliminate and prevent standing water. We can also install moisture control measures around the exterior, if warranted, and recommend whether or not other steps such as grading or other exterior drainage work may be needed.

Dehumidifiers

If you are having an issue with high humidity or musty smells in your home or business, we can install the perfect system for you. Black Diamond installs both stand-alone dehumidifiers and whole home systems that will work in conjunction with your current HVAC system. This will ensure there is an appropriate distribution of dry air throughout your structure. We also have the ability to install multiple sizes and brands at various price points to meet your needs and your budget.

Air-duct Cleaning

Indoor dust and other contaminants are circulated through the HVAC system several times per day. These contaminants can negatively affect your family’s health. Our duct cleaning services can remove allergens in order to promote a safer living environment and improve HVAC efficiency. We offer hassle-free pricing and perform services in accordance with the strictest industry standards.

REME HALO® Zero

Black Diamond offers the REME HALO® Zero air purifier which reduces bacteria, viruses, odors, mold, allergens and dust at the source. This unit installed in your air conditioning system improves the air quality throughout your entire home.

INSPECTION PROCESS

Black Diamond Bed Bug Technicians

Our highly trained bed bug inspectors will conduct a thorough evaluation of your home to determine the presence and/or extent of bed bug infestation and an appropriate course of action. Unlike most companies, our technicians are singularly dedicated to the art and science of bed bug elimination so you can be confident that you are in some of the best hands in the industry.

Black Diamond Bed Bug K9 Team*

Internationally certified and are capable of sniffing out the slightest of bed bug infestations. If you are uncertain if you have bed bugs in your home, a K9 bed bug evaluation may be the best option for you.

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Termite Services

Free Termite Estimates

Suspect you have termites nibbling away at your home? Call Black Diamond at 877-DEAD-BUG and we’ll inspect your property for these wood-destroying terrors – for FREE. If no termites are found, we’ll say, “Congratulations”, share a few preventative strategies, and be on our way. If we do find termite activity, our technicians will work with you to outline a plan of attack for expeditious eradication.

Real Estate Inspections

You may think there’s nothing worse than hearing, “You have termites” when selling a home, but at Black Diamond we turn this potential roadblock into a small, insignificant speed bump on the road to closing a sale. Call Black Diamond for your real estate inspection needs and we’ll provide prompt inspections and quick solutions for your eradication needs.

Preventative Services

For those who do not currently have termites but would like to take a proactive approach to deter future infestations, Black Diamond has a plan for you. We offer liquid chemical and/or bait systems depending on your wants/needs. For more information, please see our Termite Shield and Total Property Protection pages.

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Curative Services

If you have termites, no problem. Our team of termite eradication experts will go to work for you and have your home or business termite-free in no time. Our techniques have a proven success rate. In fact, Black Diamond termite treatments boast a 99.87% success rate, whereas research shows some companies have treatment failure rates of 20% – 30%. Learn more about our three levels of Termite Shield treatment options.

Termite Shield

TREATMENT OPTIONS

Chemical Treatment

Our highly trained bed bug inspectors will conduct a thorough evaluation of your home to determine the presence and/or extent of bed bug infestation and an appropriate course of action. Unlike most companies, our technicians are singularly dedicated to the art and science of bed bug elimination so you can be confident that you are in some of the best hands in the industry.

Heat Treatment

Internationally certified and are capable of sniffing out the slightest of bed bug infestations. If you are uncertain if you have bed bugs in your home, a K9 bed bug evaluation may be the best option for you.

Mattress Encasements

Mattress covers will not prevent bed bugs, but they will help in the process of ridding your home of these pests. The cover works by trapping the bugs inside so that they cannot bite you any longer, and without a blood meal, they will eventually die. Encasements also prevent more bed bugs from accessing your mattress, giving them less places to hide.

Bed Bug K9 Detection Frequently Asked Questions

Q:
What is a K9 inspection?
A:

Determining the presence of bed bugs always requires an inspection. A K9 bed bug inspection is an assessment that uses highly trained dogs, led by their handler, who instructs them to use their powerful noses to detect the presence of live bed bugs and viable eggs.

Q:
Why use a K9?
A:

Though our technicians are some of the best in the business, humans simply don't have the nose power that a dog can use to sniff out a bed bug infestation. A technician must manually search every possible hiding place. To confirm the presence of live bed bugs, humans need to search by sight. When you're looking for a pest the size of an apple seed, that can take a while! A K9 bed bug inspection can sniff out even the smallest infestations in mere minutes.

Q:
How do the dogs find bed bugs?
A:

Living bed bugs and viable eggs give off a particular smell that humans can't detect, but our dogs can pick up in seconds. From there, they trace it to the source.

Q:
Do the dogs enjoy looking for bed bugs?
A:

It may be hard to believe, but they really do! Our bed bug sniffing dogs see searching for bed bugs more like a game, and there's nothing they love more than winning!

Q:
How accurate are the dogs?
A:

Thanks to a powerful sense of smell and lots of training, our dogs have a detection accuracy rate just shy of 100%!

Q:
What do the dogs do when they find bed bugs?
A:

The dogs will signal their handler by sitting and staring at the spot they detected the scent from.

Q:
How long will the dogs be in my home/place of business?
A:

As speed is their strength, the dogs don't need to be on site very long to get the job done. Sometimes they find their targets in minutes! The size and layout of the structure will dictate how long the bed bug evaluation will be.

Q:
How were the dogs trained?
A:

The training that the dogs went through to earn their certification involved a great deal of obedience and scent training, ensuring that they could track targets and communicate with their handler. These skills are kept sharp with regular training sessions, and we have an entire building that we utilize as a training facility that emulates residential and commercial settings. These resources allow our K9s to train daily in all of the situations they will face while on the job.

Q:
What do the dogs do outside of bed bug detection?
A:

Our dogs live and work with their handler. When off the clock, they love all the usual dog favorites; playing, napping, enjoying treats, and being their lovable selves!

Q:
Can I pet the dogs?
A:

While working, it's very important that the K9s are free of distractions, so they should be left to complete their task. They usually love attention, but always ask their handler beforehand.

ADDITIONAL TURF SERVICES

Bed Bug K9 Detection Frequently Asked Questions

Q:
What is a K9 inspection?
A:

Determining the presence of bed bugs always requires an inspection. A K9 bed bug inspection is an assessment that uses highly trained dogs, led by their handler, who instructs them to use their powerful noses to detect the presence of live bed bugs and viable eggs.

Q:
Why use a K9?
A:

Though our technicians are some of the best in the business, humans simply don't have the nose power that a dog can use to sniff out a bed bug infestation. A technician must manually search every possible hiding place. To confirm the presence of live bed bugs, humans need to search by sight. When you're looking for a pest the size of an apple seed, that can take a while! A K9 bed bug inspection can sniff out even the smallest infestations in mere minutes.

Q:
How do the dogs find bed bugs?
A:

Living bed bugs and viable eggs give off a particular smell that humans can't detect, but our dogs can pick up in seconds. From there, they trace it to the source.

Q:
Do the dogs enjoy looking for bed bugs?
A:

It may be hard to believe, but they really do! Our bed bug sniffing dogs see searching for bed bugs more like a game, and there's nothing they love more than winning!

Q:
How accurate are the dogs?
A:

Thanks to a powerful sense of smell and lots of training, our dogs have a detection accuracy rate just shy of 100%!

Q:
What do the dogs do when they find bed bugs?
A:

The dogs will signal their handler by sitting and staring at the spot they detected the scent from.

Q:
How long will the dogs be in my home/place of business?
A:

As speed is their strength, the dogs don't need to be on site very long to get the job done. Sometimes they find their targets in minutes! The size and layout of the structure will dictate how long the bed bug evaluation will be.

Q:
How were the dogs trained?
A:

The training that the dogs went through to earn their certification involved a great deal of obedience and scent training, ensuring that they could track targets and communicate with their handler. These skills are kept sharp with regular training sessions, and we have an entire building that we utilize as a training facility that emulates residential and commercial settings. These resources allow our K9s to train daily in all of the situations they will face while on the job.

Q:
What do the dogs do outside of bed bug detection?
A:

Our dogs live and work with their handler. When off the clock, they love all the usual dog favorites; playing, napping, enjoying treats, and being their lovable selves!

Q:
Can I pet the dogs?
A:

While working, it's very important that the K9s are free of distractions, so they should be left to complete their task. They usually love attention, but always ask their handler beforehand.

CUSTOMERS LOVE US. BUGS HATE US.®

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