EPA states that “Getting a pest management professional (PMP) involved as soon as possible rather than taking time to try to treat the problem yourself is very effective at preventing further (bed bug) infestations.”

If you are considering hiring, or have already hired, a pest control company to treat for bed bugs, there are some basic questions you can ask to help make your decisions. The following links provide tips on what to consider when hiring a company and how to find companies.

EPA web page: Hiring Pest Management Professionals
National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) web page: Selecting a Pest Control Company
DATCP web page: How to Choose a Pesticide Application Business
National Pest Management Association (NPMA) web page: Tips for finding a pro

Additionally, you can search for reviews on specific Wisconsin businesses at the Better Business Bureau (BBB) - Wisconsin web page.

Also visit the Wisconsin Requirements for Commercial Pesticide Applicators and Businesses section.