A 1970s duplex off Old Redwood Highway, a townhome near the SMART station and a mobile home can each call for a different bed bug plan. Below is a plain look at each option, which makes any quote easier to read.
Bed Bug InspectionA licensed technician confirms bed bugs and finds every room and item they have reached.Learn more 
K9 Bed Bug InspectionA trained dog tracks the scent of live bugs and eggs hidden in furniture, trim and walls.Learn more 
Bed Bug Heat TreatmentRooms are brought to a heat that bed bugs and eggs cannot survive, often in 1 day.Learn more 
Chemical Bed Bug TreatmentProfessional products placed in cracks, seams and furniture, with scheduled return visits.Learn more 
Bed Bug FumigationThe building is tented and filled with a gas that reaches every wall void and belonging.Learn more 
Bed Bug Steam TreatmentVery hot, dry steam kills bugs and eggs on contact in mattresses and upholstery.Learn more Compare Bed Bug Treatments
Treat these as general notes. The home itself and the company you hire decide the final plan.
| Service | Best for | Visits | Typical US cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspection | Proving bed bugs are present and finding each room involved | 1 | $65 to $200 |
| K9 inspection | Duplexes, guest rooms after visitors and checks once treatment ends | 1 | $300 to $600 |
| Heat treatment | Fast results with no pesticide on mattresses | Usually 1 day | $1 to $3 per sq ft |
| Chemical treatment | Light to moderate cases and units that share walls | 2 to 3 | $2 to $5 per sq ft |
| Steam treatment | Futons, couches and mattresses alongside a second method | 1 to 2 | $2 to $7.50 per sq ft |
| Fumigation | Severe cases spread through a whole house or small building | 1, plus 2 to 3 days out | $4 to $8 per sq ft |
Cost ranges: Angi 2026 bed bug treatment cost data (US averages).
Picking a First Step
- Bites but no bugs in sight? Start with an inspection, or a K9 search if the case may be very new.
- Living in a duplex or fourplex? Ask for the attached unit to be looked at on the same visit.
- Had overnight guests recently? Include the guest bed, futon and couch in the inspection.
- Living in a mobile home? Mention it up front so the company plans the right equipment.
- Bugs everywhere or back after treatment? Ask whether tenting the structure makes sense.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA is a free referral service. When you call or send the form, you are connected with an independent, licensed pest control company that serves Cotati. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.