Searching for Bed Bug Control in Herefordshire?
PGM & Son is a Herefordshire-based local pest control company dedicated to bed bug extermination and control 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
PGM & Son Pest Control
4 min read
top of page
Bed Bug Control & Eradication
Bed bugs can infest your home or business without warning, hiding in cracks and furnishings and spreading quickly without professional treatment. PGM provides award-winning bed bug control across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, targeting infestations at every stage of the lifecycle and helping keep your property bed bug-free.
Bed Bugs making life difficult? Let us help!
Fast Response
Emergency service options for same-day response
Bed bugs are small, blood-feeding pests that often go unnoticed as they hide in mattresses, bed frames, furniture, skirting boards, and cracks around the home. Activity typically becomes apparent once bites appear and populations begin to spread between rooms, making infestations particularly difficult to manage in homes and commercial environments such as hotels and guest accommodation.
PGM are trusted across Herefordshire & Worcestershire for fast, effective and affordable bed bug control in homes and businesses. Bed Bug FAQs↗
What are bed bugs and how they infest your property
Bed bugs are small, nocturnal, blood-feeding insects that commonly infest homes and commercial properties. They typically live in close proximity to where people sleep and rest, hiding in mattresses, bed frames, headboards, furniture seams, skirting boards, wall cracks, and other concealed spaces. Bed bug infestations can remain undetected for long periods due to their hidden behaviour and mainly nighttime activity.
Bed bug infestations can occur in a variety of situations, including:
-
Residential houses with infested furniture, bedding, or second-hand mattresses
-
Properties where bed bugs are introduced through luggage after travel
-
Multi-occupancy housing such as flats, hostels, and shared accommodation
-
Hotels, guesthouses, and hospitality settings with high guest turnover
-
Offices or commercial premises where infested items or clothing are brought in
Signs of a bed bug infestation
Bed bug infestations are often identified by bite reactions, small blood spots, and the presence of insects or their traces in and around sleeping areas. Because bed bugs are nocturnal and highly discreet, signs may be subtle at first but become more noticeable as the infestation develops.
Key indicators include:
-
Small red bite marks, often in clusters or lines, typically appearing after sleeping
-
Tiny blood stains on bedding, mattresses, or pillowcases
-
Dark spotting or faecal marks on mattresses, bed frames, headboards, or nearby furniture
-
Shed skins or eggs in mattress seams, bed frames, and cracks or crevices
-
Live bed bugs (small, flat, oval-shaped insects) in mattress seams, furniture joints, or skirting boards
-
A faint musty, sweet odour in heavily infested areas
Other signs may include:
-
Increased activity around beds, sofas, and upholstered furniture
-
Bed bugs spreading into adjacent rooms through cracks, pipework, or shared wall voids
-
Sightings in luggage, clothing, or soft furnishings following travel or guest stays
Bed bug lifecycle and why it matters for effective control
Understanding the bed bug lifecycle is essential for successful bed bug treatment, as infestations are often sustained by hidden harbourage sites close to where people sleep and rest.
Bed bugs often re-establish infestations in the same areas such as bedrooms, furniture, or wall voids if underlying sources are not fully addressed. While treatment removes the current population, it does not prevent reintroduction through travel, luggage, clothing, or infested items in the future.
Be protected. Professionally
How do you know your pest control contractor is fit for the fight_ Be protected professionally with
Why use PGM pest control services
Be protected. Professionally
1/6
Effective bed bug control treatments & solutions
Professional bed bug control targets all life stages of the infestation within mattresses, bed frames, furniture, and surrounding harbourage areas. Treatments are safe, effective, and tailored to both residential and commercial environments to ensure thorough eradication.
Our RSPH qualified, NPTA and BPCA accredited team provides specialist control for homes and businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our bed bug treatments may include:
Targeted insecticide treatment
Applies professional-use products to mattresses, bed frames, skirting boards, and furniture where bed bugs hide
Heat or steam treatment
Uses high temperatures to kill bed bugs and eggs on contact within fabrics, seams, and hard-to-reach areas. As well as full room fumigation.
Monitoring and follow-up visits
Ensures eggs and late-hatching nymphs are eliminated, reducing the risk of reinfestation.
How long does it take to get rid of bed bugs?
Most residential bed bug treatments require 2–3 visits over several weeks, depending on the severity of the infestation and the extent of spread within the property.
We carry out a detailed inspection and harbourage identification survery, which locates all hiding spots including cracks, crevices, furniture joints, and wall voids to ensure complete coverage.
Professional bed bug eradication that actually works
Our simple 3-step bed bug treatment process
Request a Quote or On-site Assessment
Contact us to arrange a no-obligation quote. Our qualified experts will evaluate your bedbug issue and identify the best eradication approach.
Receive a Customised Treatment Plan
Our management team will provide a tailored bed bug control strategy designed specifically for your property or industry compliance requirements.
Eradication & Ongoing Monitoring
Rest assured—we’ll manage the bed bug removal process, monitor progress, and recommend long-term preventative solutions for sustained protection.
Why choose our bed bug control experts
Our strength is built on expertise, precision, and professionalism. All PGM Pest Control technicians are fully trained in cluster fly biology, behaviour and treatment methods, using the latest industry-leading equipment to deliver effective results.
Our award-winning senior lead technician, Phil Martin, holds the prestigious RSPH Level 3 Award, ensuring expert leadership and full compliance on every bed bug treatment.
Dedicated pest control experts
RSPH level 2 + 3, NPTA, BPCA accredited member, adhere to UK comliance regulations.
Covering Herefordshire & Worcestershire
Rapid response, local pest control teams across Herefordshire & Worcestershire.
10+ years experience
Proven track record, we've helped thousands of homeowners and businesses stay pest-free.
Eco sustainable methods
Eco-friendly pest solutions, and compliant with health, safety & hygiene regulations.
Tailored approach to IPM
Award-winning pest solutions, integrated management designed for long-term success.
Meet the experts behind our bed bug treatments
GM’s professional bed bug control team operates across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, providing fast, affordable pest treatments.
Our RSPH trained technicians carry out detailed inspections to locate bed bug infestations in mattresses, bed frames, furniture & to reduce the risk of reoccurrence.
Phil Martin
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Joe Martin
PEST TECHNICIAN
Mark Pitt
PEST TECHNICIAN
We’re open and ready
Our commitment to excellence
An award-winning team of pest experts
PGM is committed to delivering professional pest control services to the highest industry standards. Our technicians receive ongoing training, certification and professional development to ensure safe, effective pest management for homes and businesses. Over the years, PGM has been recognised with multiple industry awards, accreditations and professional memberships, reflecting our commitment to quality and customer service.
-
RSPH Pest Management Qualifications
-
BPCA Accredited Membership
-
NPTA Certified Pest Technicians
-
CRRU Best Practice Compliance
-
Licensed by the Environment Agency
-
Responsible Pest Management Practices
-
Locally Accredited Business
"Time was taken to explain to me in detail what needed to be done and how to prevent problems in the future. I was even given help with my furniture which was very much appreciated. Very discreet! I recommend this company totally."
Fast bed bug elimination with proven results
Case Studies: Bed bug infestations, treatment, and eradication
Real examples of bed bug problems we’ve solved across homes and businesses, including detailed inspections, targeted treatments, and successful eradication, with before-and-after results showing effective pest control. Learn how to get rid of bed bugs ↗
Need bed bug advice? use PGM AI pest assist for fast answers ↘
Bed bug control in your local area
Areas PGM cover for professional bed bug treatment
Our RSPH qualified, BPCA, and NPTA-accredited pest control technicians provide expert bed bug control across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, including Hereford, Leominster, Ross-on-Wye, Ledbury, Bromyard, Kington, Worcester, Redditch, Kidderminster, Malvern, Bromsgrove, and Evesham.
PGM deliver discreet, fast, and effective bed bug control for homes, hotels, guesthouses, landlords, and commercial properties. With discreet, unmarked vehicles ensure fast, affordable, reliable local service for homes and businesses, areas we cover:
From village lanes to town centres, we’re just around the corner.
100% coverage to HR postcodes — we’re ready when you are!
Abbey Dore
Alders End
Acton Beauchamp
Allensmore
Adforton
Almeley
- 120Page 1
All local technicians are highly trained and certified pest controllers
Rated excellent on Trustpilot committed to customer service
Environmentally friendly cost effective pest control solutions
Bed Bug Pricing
Every pest control situation is unique. The treatment required for your property depends on several factors including the size of your property and the extent of the problem you’re facing. Because no two jobs are the same, we don’t publish standard prices – instead, we provide you with a personalised quote based on your specific circumstances.
Requesting your fixed-price quote
When you contact PGM, we’ll discuss your pest issue and gather the details we need to give you an accurate quote. Our quotes are fixed-price with no hidden charges or unexpected costs – what we quote is what you pay. In certain situations, we may recommend a property inspection before finalising your quote. This allows us to properly assess the situation, and ensure we recommend the right treatment approach. If an inspection is necessary, we’ll explain this to you and let you know whether there’s any charge involved.
Frequently asked questions about bed bugs
What do bed bugs look like?
Bed bugs are small, flat, oval-shaped insects that are reddish-brown in colour. Adults are about the size of an apple seed, while younger bed bugs (nymphs) are smaller and lighter in colour. Eggs are tiny, white, and often found in hidden cracks or seams.
How do I know if I have bed bugs?
Common signs include itchy bite marks (often in lines or clusters), small blood spots on bedding, dark faecal marks on mattresses or furniture, and sightings of live bugs in mattress seams, bed frames, or skirting boards.
How do bed bugs get into a property?
Bed bugs are usually brought in through luggage after travel, second-hand furniture, clothing, or guests. They can also spread between adjoining properties in flats, hotels, and shared accommodation.
Can I get rid of bed bugs myself?
DIY treatments rarely eliminate a full infestation because bed bugs hide in very small cracks and can survive for long periods without feeding. Professional treatment is usually required to fully remove all life stages, including eggs.
How long does bed bug treatment take to work?
Most infestations require more than one visit. You may notice a reduction in activity quickly, but full eradication typically takes a few weeks depending on the severity and spread of the infestation.
Still concerned about BED BUGS in your property?
Our local technicians are in your area today
Hereford • Worcester • Leominster • Bromyard • Malvern • Ross-on-Wye • and all surrounding villages
Get a Fast Bed Bug Inspection & Treatment Quote
Struggling with bed bugs in your property?
Share your details and our award-winning pest control experts will create a safe, proven treatment plan within 24 hours — no obligation.
bottom of page