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The Cost of Bed Bugs – Treatment Can Be Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars

Monday, November 9th, 2009

Bed bugs are not just a “dirty little secret” anymore. The EPA suggested that the growing U.S. bed bug problem should be classified as an epidemic. And the costs of dealing with this epidemic can be staggering. “Bed bugs are reclusive, their eggs and babies are clear and microscopic, they spread fast through homes and hotels alike and the cost of treating in time, money and mental anguish can become extremely expensive,” said Diana Sosa, co-owner of Tennessee based Dog Inspectors.

“The costs of controlling and treating are much greater than simply spraying a room,” says Sosa. “Take a hotel room for example, treatment protocols require that all adjacent rooms be treated as well, some of the furniture in these rooms should be removed and destroyed, the rooms will be out-of-service for a period of time and then there are the guest costs such as replacing clothing, personal items and luggage as well as reimbursement for the cost of the room, and this is just the beginning.”

There is the very real possibility of a law suit resulting in monetary compensation and legal fees along with negative media attention and brand erosion which can be devastating for any hotel or living facility.

Estimates place the cost of a bed bug incident in a single room to be as much as $6,000 to $7,000, not including potential litigation or the cost of negative public perception. And these costs rise exponentially if the problem is allowed to spread.

Chuck Nelson, co-owner of Dog Inspectors says, “The key to controlling the costs is to find them early and often. We have experienced a significant increase in the number of bed bug inspections, both residential and commercial, in recent months. Hotels, apartment complexes, retirement homes, furniture rental companies, college dormitories are all vulnerable. This problem is growing and we don’t expect it to go away anytime soon.”

“In the EPA’s National Bed Bug Summit Participant Recommendations (April 15, 2009) it was recommended that, “Bed bugs need to be moved to the top of the list…. Preventative and ongoing inspection is necessary to address the problem….” This is the only way to protect against a widespread infestation and its associated costs.

Nelson explains, “Bed bugs are very difficult to detect with the naked eye by even the most skilled and trained inspector, they lay up to 5 eggs per day and can survive as long as a year on one feeding. Making matters worse, there are no currently effective treatments to kill their eggs. So it is easy to see just how quickly a bed bug problem can get out of hand.” Another factor which compounds the detection problem is that only 30 percent of the population is allergic to bed bugs which can conceal an existing problem for long periods of time. This delay has resulted in numerous cases in which the costs of treating widespread, full scale infestations has run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Nelson points out, “The EPA recommended that instituting regular and on-going preventative inspections is imperative to find and treat problems early. We also strongly maintain that re-inspections after treatment are vital to determine that no eggs have since hatched and that the bugs have been eradicated.”

More than 10 years of research both here and abroad has confirmed that one of the most effective technologies available for bed bug detection is trained and certified dogs. According to Sosa, “…a dog’s keen, superior sense of smell enables them to locate bed bugs that are virtually invisible to the naked eye with better than 95 percent accuracy and to do it very quickly. They can even distinguish between live and dead bugs making them an invaluable tool in the fight against this growing epidemic.”

Dog Inspectors is the first company in Tennessee to use specially trained and certified dogs to inspect both commercial and residential dwellings for bed bugs. This service is the most accurate, efficient and honest method of finding bed bugs. Dog Inspectors provides detection services only and does not treat infestations. They serve surrounding states throughout the mid-west and southeastern United States.

Source: www.send2press.com

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Connected Frames, LLC Launches The Brilliant Frame(TM)

Monday, October 26th, 2009

GOLDEN, Colo., Jan. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Brilliant Frame(TM) is a revolutionary way to display artwork and photography with a built-in filing system, and is now available to the public.

The unique front loading feature of the Brilliant Frame(TM) and easy display and storage capabilities make this new frame the most innovative frame system out on the market today.

The Brilliant Frame(TM) utilizes the One Level – All Level technology and the Velcro(R) brand “Hook and Loop” technology, allowing you to present your favorite picture without the ugly nail holes associated with traditional frames – strong connection, yet, simple to reposition.

Developed by two high school friends from Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Brilliant Frames(TM) is working on the rollout of a variety of high quality reasonably priced revolutionary frames proudly made in the U.S.A.

Brilliant Frame website: www.brilliantframe.com.

Source: http://www.send2press.com/newswire/home_design.shtml

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There Are All Kinds of Resin Furniture – Which One Works Best for You?

Monday, October 12th, 2009

PORTERSVILLE, Pa., April 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Adams Manufacturing Corp. asks, “Which colors are best?” For the big, comfortable resin chaise lounges, white is the best color. Dark colors absorb heat more quickly, and can be uncomfortable to use on sunny days. Anyone who’s sat on a hot chaise lounge while wearing a bathing suit will insist that their chaise lounges be white and only white.

For the popular Adirondack resin chairs, all the colors work well. Many people like to coordinate their Adirondacks with the colors they’ve chosen for their homes and patios. While the darker colors do absorb heat, it’s not the big issue it is with chaise lounges.

Any color is appropriate for the other stacking chairs. But, there is one very important consideration. Discerning buyers make sure they have the texture they like. Resin chairs come with two basic types of surface. The glossy finish is easier to keep clean. It can be wiped with a wet cloth, or simply hosed off.

Many prefer the softer, matte finish. That finish is slightly matted, and is not as shiny as the glossy finish. While it’s easy to clean, a soapy rag may work better before rinsing it off with a hose or clean water.

There’s a big advantage in resin furniture. It doesn’t crack, and there’s no paint or varnish to maintain. The color goes clear through the resin, so buyers know they won’t have to be bothered sanding, filling, and painting every year or so. Anyone who’s refinished or repainted a wooden chair knows how long that takes!

If you want to change the color of your resin furniture, your local retailer sells spray cans just for that purpose. In a few minutes, your comfortable resin furniture looks like new, and at a fraction of the cost.

More information: www.adamsmfg.com.

Source: http://www.send2press.com/newswire/home_design.shtml

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