Aprehend Bed Bug Treatment in Toronto

Treatment pricing in Toronto depends on your property's size and the severity of the infestation. At Pest Control Pro, every job starts with a free on-site inspection. We provide a written quote before any work begins. Aprehend is often more affordable than heat treatment because it requires just one visit with no heavy equipment. Call for your free estimate.

Bed bugs that come into contact with the treated barrier start dying within 3 to 10 days. The Beauveria bassiana fungal spores penetrate the exoskeleton and cause infection from the inside. Infected bugs also transfer spores to other bed bugs in the colony. Most homeowners in Toronto see a major drop in activity within two weeks. Full elimination follows shortly after.

Yes. Aprehend is a pet-safe bed bug treatment registered with Health Canada. The active ingredient, Beauveria bassiana, is a naturally occurring fungus that only targets insects. It poses no known risk to humans, dogs, or cats. Once the application has dried, your family and pets can return to the treated rooms. Our technicians follow strict safety protocols on every job.

You should avoid vacuuming treated areas for at least 14 days after application. The Beauveria bassiana spores need to stay on surfaces so that bed bugs walk through them. Vacuuming too early removes the active barrier and reduces effectiveness. You can still vacuum untreated floors and hallways. Our team provides a clear post-treatment checklist after every service.

Yes. Sleeping in your bed is an important part of the treatment process. Your body heat and CO2 draw bed bugs out of their hiding spots. This forces them to cross the treated Aprehend barrier. If you sleep elsewhere, bed bugs may stay dormant and avoid the spores. Keep sleeping in the same room for the best results. Our team will explain every step during your visit.

Both methods work well, but in different ways. Heat treatment kills all bed bugs in a single visit at 56°C. Aprehend takes 3 to 10 days but provides 90 days of residual protection that heat does not. Heat costs more and requires heavy equipment. Aprehend is quieter, more affordable, and keeps working long after application. Pest Control Pro offers both options in Toronto.

Aprehend has a success rate of up to 95 percent when applied by a certified technician. Bed bugs cannot detect or avoid the Beauveria bassiana spores because Aprehend is a non-repellent treatment. Even bed bugs hiding deep inside wall voids or furniture get exposed when they move through treated zones. The 90-day residual also catches any new bugs that hatch after treatment.

Aprehend is a professional-grade biopesticide sold only to licensed pest control operators. Proper application requires certified training and specialized low-pressure spray equipment from Rockwell Labs. Incorrect application reduces effectiveness and wastes product. In Ontario, our technicians are Ministry of Environment-licensed and Aprehend-certified to ensure the job is done right.

Crossfire is a chemical insecticide that kills bed bugs on contact but offers limited residual protection. Aprehend uses Beauveria bassiana fungal spores that spread from bug to bug and stay active for up to 90 days. Crossfire works faster, but bed bugs can develop resistance to chemicals over time. Aprehend avoids this problem entirely because it uses a biological mode of action.

Start by washing all bedding, linens, and clothing in hot water and drying on high heat. Remove clutter from around beds and furniture. Vacuum all carpets, baseboards, and mattress seams before our team arrives. Do not move furniture to other rooms, as this can spread the infestation. Our technicians at Pest Control Pro provide a detailed preparation checklist before every scheduled treatment.

Aprehend is a biological bed bug treatment made from spores of the Beauveria bassiana fungus, registered with Health Canada and applied by certified professionals.

Bed bugs that contact the barrier die within 3 to 10 days, and the barrier keeps working for up to 3 months.

Yes. It is a biological product with low risk to people and pets when applied by certified technicians.

No. You can usually stay in your home, and you should keep sleeping in your bed so bugs cross the barrier.