Smoke Bomb From Bedbugs: Do They Help In The Apartment? Types Of Sulfuric Agents Against Bed And Other Bed Bugs, Reviews

2024 Author: Beatrice Philips | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-18 12:09

The appearance of bedbugs is a real disaster. The situation is complicated by the fact that "bloodsuckers" come to the surface only in the dark and multiply very quickly. In addition to painful bites, bed bugs can carry a variety of diseases. One way to get rid of pests is to use a smoke bomb. Read more about what this method is, how to use such checkers correctly - in the article.

What it is?

Smoke bombs are an effective way to deal with bed bugs. The effectiveness of this method is due to the principle of operation of the device - volatile substances spread through the air, which penetrate into all rooms . In terms of its effectiveness, the method is compared with hot and cold fog, but it is necessary to remember about some features of the use of smoke bombs for disinfection. Many of them help in the fight against other insects.

Externally, the device is a cylinder with a wick . Inside the cylinder is a dry substance, which, when burned, releases toxic smoke into the air. It, as already mentioned, penetrates everywhere through the air, into remote areas of the room, under the upholstery of furniture and other coatings, in cracks. The poison quickly enters the body of bedbugs through the skin and respiratory tract, affecting the nerve cells. The muscles of the parasite acquire a tone, which is why it cannot move, bite and mate, and then dies.

Getting on various surfaces, the insecticide retains its activity for a long time, which is due to the prolongation of the action of the smoke bomb. That is why even new offspring from eggs instantly dies in the same way as individuals crawling from neighbors. Thus, among the advantages of a smoke bomb are:

• wide range of distribution;
• high efficiency and prolonged action;
• ease of use.

However, the smoke bomb also has drawbacks. First of all, this is the high toxicity of the agent, which often becomes the reason for limiting the scope of its use. And also the remedy does not work on the eggs of bedbugs, only on adults.

Finally, the market is overflowing with counterfeits, which at best will not have an effect, at worst they will provoke the most severe poisoning.

Description of species

There are several types of checkers, depending on the place of their application and the method of activation.

By area of application

When we talk about the field of application of a smoke bomb, it is more correct to classify products depending on the filler insecticide used. From this point of view, several products are distinguished.

• Hexachlorane based products . An effective drug not only against bedbugs, but also against most pests. However, it is a carcinogen that causes irreversible processes in cells and provokes neoplasms. Due to the unsafe nature of such checkers for humans and the environment, they are used only for processing fields. To date, developed countries refuse or severely restrict the use of this tool.
• Smoke bomb with gray . The effectiveness of this option is due to the sulfuric anhydride released during combustion. It is a highly toxic poison that also exhibits antimicrobial and disinfecting effects. Sulfur smoke bombs are used to treat basements and warehouses, the product also copes well with mold. But it is better to refuse to use it in residential premises due to its high toxicity. At the same time, on the network, you can find many reviews of satisfied users who have used the sulfur checker in residential premises. But what is important is that the manufacturer himself limits the use of his product - he recommends using it in outbuildings.
• Checker with permethrin . A new generation insecticide that is harmful to parasites and safe for humans and animals. That is why the product is considered suitable for domestic use. However, smoke bombs with permethrin are also used in open areas. A unit of funds is enough to process 1000 sq. M. The residual effect (if a thorough wet cleaning is not carried out) lasts up to 14 days.

Thus, smoke bombs are divided into those that are used in residential premises (in an apartment, private house) and in non-residential objects (fields, warehouses, greenhouses).

By activation method

According to the method of activation, "smoke pots" are divided into aquafumigators and ordinary checkers. The first ones are activated if they are placed in a container with water. Regular checkers have a wick that needs to be set on fire. Smoke from aquafumigators is characterized by a lower penetrating power than smoke in classic models.

The advantage of aquafumigators is the absence of fire risks . Many smoke bombs that need to be set on fire become very hot during processing, which worries the owners of the facility. As a rule, the cost of an aquafumigator is higher than that of a regular checker. Although, of course, the price depends on the brand.

Top Models

The method of using the smoke bomb came from China and Japan, so it is not surprising that the remedy Japanese brand "Samuro " has high efficiency. One tablet is enough to treat a room up to 26 square meters. The manufacturer himself permits the use of checkers in a residential environment. Among the disadvantages are the high cost and the high risk of buying a fake. Another aquafumigator that has received customer recognition is " Raptor " … It is a powerful drug that paralyzes insects. At the heart of the new generation insecticide cyphenotrin and a special vapor-generating agent. Externally, the checker looks like a small container, for activation of which it is placed in a plastic container partially filled with water. The manufacturer promises the destruction of not only adults, but also eggs. In terms of its effectiveness, it is comparable to the Japanese remedy, but it costs less.

The next 2 checkers are not suitable for residential use. The first is a sulfur checker " Pawn B " used for processing fields, including from rodents. The impact area is up to 300 km. The second remedy, too sulfur checker "Fas ", suitable for non-residential premises. Provokes serious poisoning in pets. The drug "Fas" has a less toxic variety "Super Fas " … Suitable for the destruction of small colonies of insects, however, a person receives less harm. For warehouses and cellars, the area of which is up to 1000 square meters, it is recommended checker "Quiet evening " … Allows you to process up to 250 sq. M., And the validity period lasts up to 3 days. The insecticide fills the room, which occurs 5 minutes after activation.

Checker "City " intended for the treatment of residential premises, since it is based on permethrin. However, due to the strong smoke during processing, its use has to be abandoned in apartment buildings. That is, the product is suitable for private houses. The checker looks like a small block, which must be placed in a metal container. The checker is very hot, which can provoke a fire. If it is necessary to process industrial premises, it is necessary to choose means that do not provoke equipment corrosion. This is checker "Whirlwind ", which destroys up to 30 species of insects. Smoke bombs based on sulfur insecticide are mainly used for antiseptic treatment of basements and warehouses. The preparation contains up to 75% sulfur, so it is quite toxic.

How to use it correctly?

Despite the high penetrating power of the insecticide, you should still prepare for its use. First of all, the "escape routes" of bedbugs should be closed - ventilation ducts, cracks on the floor, near pipes, doorways, and so on . And you should also hermetically pack things that should not be processed. It is recommended to remove dishes and food from the processed object. It is permissible to leave textiles, which after processing will need to be washed at high temperatures.

Some experts recommend hanging bedding and textiles indoors . The mattress should be placed on the floor, leaning it at an angle against the wall so that as much of the mattress as possible is freely accessible for processing. You can also move furniture away from the walls. Although this is not necessary, the gas will still envelop the entire room. By moving the furniture aside, you simply make it easier to clean up after processing. If you know where the parasite nests are, they can be destroyed. Only after that, use a checker. If there is a fire protection system at the facility, it must also be turned off.

Since insects can also hide in the outlets, access to them should be opened by first turning off the power supply . The surfaces should be washed before processing - this will prolong the effect of the insecticide. The whole room should be as if mothballed - the smallest cracks, windows, doors are closed. The processing process takes 4-5 hours on average, you need to think about where you and your household will spend this time. As a rule, an unpleasant odor even after harvesting lasts up to 5-7 days. If there are allergy sufferers, children and pets at home, it is better to look for temporary housing for this period. Especially cats do not tolerate the action of the insecticide.

The activation of a checker usually depends on its type. Some models require lighting the wick, others are water activated . It is recommended to activate the checker in a metal bucket - this way it will be possible to protect the floor in the event of a strong spread of the reagent. A bucket with a checker is placed in the middle of the room and activated following the instructions. After that, you must immediately leave the object being processed. You can return only after 4-5 hours. Ventilate the room immediately, leaving the windows open for several hours; it is also necessary to carry out wet cleaning using an alkaline solution - add soda or soap to the water. It is advisable not to wash the far corners and crevices in order to prolong the effect of the insecticide. The treatment is repeated after 7-10 days to kill the insects emerging from the eggs.

Security measures

At the time of activation of the checker, you can do without protection, since the insecticide will not begin to be released immediately. But upon returning home, you must put on a protective suit. If there is none, use a respirator or a gauze bandage dipped in a soda solution, do not allow open areas of the body, use a scarf to protect the head.

Take care of the protection of your eyes and hands . Dispose of gloves after use. The treatment should be carried out only by healthy people, it is unacceptable that the treatment is carried out by persons with weakened immunity, asthma, respiratory and viral diseases.

Review overview

In most cases, on the Internet, you can find positive reviews from the use of smoke bombs. They cope with the task - take out bedbugs. However, some users believe that the price is too high - it becomes simply impossible to be in the room. Unfortunately, it is often not indicated what type of checker was used. It is possible that they used those that should not be used in a domestic environment.

The best sellers are usually called “Quiet Evening”, “Raptor”, “Mukhoyar” checkers . Some of the users recommend carefully reading the instructions for the drug, including which insects are destroyed by the insecticide. You need to be sure that bedbugs are on this list, since there are smoke bombs from cockroaches, garden and other pests. Many people note the effectiveness of the funds, especially when compared to crayons, sprays and gels, which do not bring results.

Users often talk about the convenience of using checkers - on average, preparation for processing takes 3-4 hours. But at the same time, this is the kind of work that does not require physical exertion - no need to move furniture.