A Village condo, a vacation rental near La Jolla Shores and a hillside house on Mount Soledad can each call for a different bed bug plan. This page lays out every option, so the quote you receive is easy to follow.
Bed Bug InspectionA licensed technician confirms bed bugs and pins down every room and item involved.Learn more 
K9 Bed Bug InspectionA scent-trained dog finds live bugs and eggs hidden in furniture, trim and wall gaps.Learn more 
Bed Bug Heat TreatmentRooms are heated beyond what bed bugs and eggs survive, usually in 1 day.Learn more 
Chemical Bed Bug TreatmentTargeted professional products in seams, cracks and furniture, plus return visits.Learn more 
Bed Bug FumigationThe building is tented and filled with gas that reaches every wall void and belonging.Learn more 
Bed Bug Steam TreatmentVery hot, dry steam kills bed bugs and eggs on contact in mattresses and upholstery.Learn more Compare Bed Bug Treatments
A general guide only. The property and the company you choose set the final plan.
| Service | Best for | Visits | Typical US cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspection | Proving the problem and finding each affected room | 1 | $65 to $200 |
| K9 inspection | Big homes, rentals between guests and checks after treatment | 1 | $300 to $600 |
| Heat treatment | Quick turnaround with no pesticide on beds | Usually 1 day | $1 to $3 per sq ft |
| Chemical treatment | Light to moderate cases in apartments and condos | 2 to 3 | $2 to $5 per sq ft |
| Steam treatment | Mattresses, sofas and fabric, paired with another method | 1 to 2 | $2 to $7.50 per sq ft |
| Fumigation | Heavy infestations through a whole structure | 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 Starting Point
- Unsure what is biting? Begin with an inspection, or a K9 search if nothing is visible.
- Run a short-term rental? Ask about heat so the unit can reopen quickly.
- Student in a shared apartment? Ask that every bedroom be checked, not just yours.
- Want beds free of pesticide? Heat, or steam on mattresses and couches, may suit you.
- Bugs in most rooms or back after treatment? Ask whether tenting is worth it.
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 La Jolla. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.