What to know first
- Bites alone cannot confirm the pest.
- Ask before moving or discarding furniture.
- Arrange building access and written preparation instructions.
Keep the evidence in context
Describe where you found an insect or mark, including the piece of furniture and nearby rooms. A clear photo may help, but identification should come before a treatment decision.
Avoid shifting sleeping furniture through halls or into another room while waiting for advice. Moving items can complicate both the inspection and containment.
Get preparation instructions for your visit
Preparation varies with the method proposed. Ask what must be bagged, laundered, moved or left in place. Tell the provider if you need help lifting items or preparing the space.
When laundry is part of the plan, ask how to contain items before transport and how to keep cleaned items separate. Follow the instructions for the chosen treatment and the fabric care requirements.
Coordinate with management
Let the building contact know about confirmed or suspected activity promptly. Connected units may need inspection, and management can coordinate notices and access.
Keep the inspection findings, preparation sheet and follow-up arrangements together. Before authorizing work, clarify how progress will be judged and who to contact if new evidence appears.
Sources and further reading
General guidance cannot identify the pest or determine the treatment for a specific property. Discuss the evidence and preparation with the person inspecting your space.