Question 1

We live in a Lower Lonsdale SeaBus corridor condo — does transit proximity increase bed bug risk?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The SeaBus terminal and Lonsdale Avenue corridor create transit-adjacent rental density with the same introduction pressure patterns as other Metro Vancouver transit hubs.

Question 2

We are in an older Lonsdale Avenue apartment and our neighbour was treated for bed bugs — should we be inspected?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In older Lonsdale walk-up buildings, adjacent-unit assessment is the first priority when a neighbouring unit confirms an active infestation.

Question 3

Our Canyon Heights home has bed bugs in the basement suite — how does that change scope?

Accepted Answer

Both the main floor and basement suite need treatment as separate harborage zones with both occupants involved.

Question 4

How should we prepare for treatment?

Accepted Answer

Vacuum carpeted surfaces, discard the bag, wash bedding, clear floor perimeters, remove pets. We provide a prep list.

Question 5

What is the difference between heat and chemical treatment?

Accepted Answer

Heat treats the full suite at lethal temperatures for all stages. Chemical targets confirmed harborages. We recommend based on inspection findings.

Question 6

How do we know treatment worked?

Accepted Answer

Follow-up inspection four to six weeks after treatment.

Question 7

What if signs come back?

Accepted Answer

Return means missed harborage or a new introduction. We document clearly on the follow-up.

Question 8

Can bed bugs travel between floors in older Lonsdale buildings?

Accepted Answer

In older walk-up buildings with aging plumbing, cross-unit travel through shared infrastructure is possible.

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