Professional insecticidal treatment for bed bugs across Leeds. BPCA certified technicians. £220 fixed price, no call-out fee, 7 days a week.
Apex Pest Control provides professional bed bug treatment across Leeds. Insecticidal treatment to all infected rooms, with heat steam applied where required. Fixed pricing and no call-out fee.
Bed bugs are not a sign of an unclean home. They arrive on luggage, second-hand furniture and clothing — and across the UK, infestations are rising sharply. National data shows a 68% increase in bed bug activity between 2023 and 2024 — the steepest annual climb of any pest category.
If you have found signs of bed bugs — bites overnight, small blood spots on bedding, or a faint musty smell in the bedroom — professional treatment should begin as soon as possible. A female bed bug can lay up to 500 eggs in her lifetime, and populations can double every 16 days under the right conditions. Waiting makes control significantly more difficult and more costly.
Apex Pest Control provides professional bed bug treatment across Leeds and surrounding areas. Our BPCA certified technicians carry out insecticidal treatment to all identified infected rooms, with heat steam applied where required. All treatments are priced at £220 with no call-out fee. Call 0113 390 4270 to get a fixed-price quote today.
Bed bugs are one of the most disruptive pest problems a household can face. If you have discovered signs of bed bugs in your Leeds home, acting quickly is essential. A small infestation can become a large one in a matter of weeks — a single female can lay up to 500 eggs in her lifetime, and populations can double every 16 days under warm indoor conditions.
A bed bug infestation in a commercial property carries consequences that go well beyond the immediate pest problem. For hotels, a single guest complaint — or worse, a public review — can cause significant reputational damage. For landlords and HMO operators, an untreated infestation can affect tenancy agreements, compliance obligations and property value. For care homes and supported living facilities, the wellbeing of residents depends on rapid, discreet, professional intervention.
Bed bugs reproduce quickly and spread through a property faster than most people expect. Understanding the numbers helps explain why early treatment is essential.
A single female bed bug can lay 1 to 5 eggs per day — up to 500 in her lifetime. A small infestation grows rapidly without professional intervention.
Bed bug populations can double every 16 days under warm conditions. Treating early is significantly more straightforward — and less costly — than addressing a widespread infestation.
Most UK bed bug populations have developed resistance to pyrethroid insecticides — the active ingredient in over-the-counter sprays. Supermarket products fail in the majority of cases.
UK bed bug cases rose 68% between 2023 and 2024 — the steepest annual increase for any pest category, driven by international travel and second-hand furniture purchases.
Over-the-counter sprays kill on contact only. They do not penetrate the harbourage areas where bed bugs shelter — inside wall voids, behind electrical sockets, under skirting boards and deep in mattress seams. Even when a spray appears to work initially, eggs and hidden bugs survive and the infestation continues.
Professional insecticidal treatment uses professional-grade products not available to the public, applied precisely to all identified harbourage areas by a trained technician. Heat steam is applied where required to improve penetration. This is why professional control achieves results that DIY products consistently cannot.
Bed bugs are small, oval-shaped insects that feed at night and are expert hiders. Identifying an infestation early gives you the best chance of fast, effective control.
Adult bed bugs are roughly 5mm long — similar in size to an apple seed — and reddish-brown in colour. They do not fly or jump, but they move quickly across surfaces and are skilled at concealment. The scientific name is Cimex lectularius.
Adult bed bugs are 4–5mm long, oval and flat when unfed — swelling to a reddish-brown, balloon shape after a blood meal. Nymphs are smaller and paler. Eggs are white, 1mm long, and barely visible to the naked eye.
Eggs hatch in 6–10 days. Nymphs pass through five moult stages before reaching adulthood — taking around 5 weeks under warm conditions. Adults can live up to 12 months, surviving several months without a blood meal.
Bed bugs are nocturnal, feeding while their host sleeps. They feed for 3–10 minutes every 5–7 days, then retreat to a nearby harbouring site. They are not attracted by dirt — they are attracted solely by body heat and carbon dioxide.
The most common harbourage areas are mattress seams, bed frame joints and headboards. However, an established infestation spreads beyond the immediate bed area — into electrical sockets, behind skirting boards, inside wall voids, under carpets and behind wallpaper. This is why a thorough inspection of all harbourage areas is the essential first step before treatment begins.
Bed bugs do not appear from nowhere. Common routes of introduction include luggage and clothing after hotel stays or travel, second-hand furniture and mattresses, shared accommodation with an existing infestation, and visitors' bags or belongings.
Unexplained bites overnight, often in lines or clusters
Small dark spots (digested blood) on sheets, pillowcases or mattress seams
Tiny pale yellow shed skins — nymphs moult 5 times
Rusty or reddish staining on mattress fabric or bedding
A faint, sweet, musty odour in the bedroom
If you are seeing any of these signs at your Leeds property, contact Apex for a professional inspection.
Three services to suit your situation — from a first inspection through to full insecticidal treatment and any follow-up required.
Apex applies professional-grade insecticide to all identified infected rooms, treating every known harbourage area — mattress seams, bed frames, skirting boards, sockets and wall voids. Heat steam is applied where required as part of the treatment. Fixed price of £220 covers all infected rooms with no call-out fee. Most treatments are completed in a single visit; a follow-up may be recommended at survey stage if required.
Where a follow-up is recommended following the initial survey and treatment, this is priced and agreed at the survey stage — there are no unexpected additional charges. Your technician will advise on whether a follow-up is likely to be required based on the severity and spread of the infestation.
Not certain you have bed bugs? Apex provides a professional inspection service across Leeds. A BPCA certified technician carries out a systematic check of all harbourage areas, identifies the pest and provides a treatment recommendation with a fixed-price quotation — all on the
All bed bug treatments come with a fixed price and no call-out fee. We will brief you on how to prepare your property before treatment day — preparation is a key part of ensuring effective results. Call 0113 390 4270 to discuss your situation or book an inspection.
Bed bugs do not discriminate. We work across all residential and commercial property types throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire.
Apex applies professional-grade insecticide to all identified infected rooms, treating every known harbourage area — mattress seams, bed frames, skirting boards, sockets and wall voids. Heat steam is applied where required as part of the treatment. Fixed price of £220 covers all infected rooms with no call-out fee. Most treatments are completed in a single visit; a follow-up may be recommended at survey stage if required.
Eggs hatch in 6–10 days. Nymphs pass through five moult stages before reaching adulthood — taking around 5 weeks under warm conditions. Adults can live up to 12 months, surviving several months without a blood meal.
Bed bugs are nocturnal, feeding while their host sleeps. They feed for 3–10 minutes every 5–7 days, then retreat to a nearby harbouring site. They are not attracted by dirt — they are attracted solely by body heat and carbon dioxide.
All bed bug treatments come with a fixed price and no call-out fee. We will brief you on how to prepare your property before treatment day — preparation is a key part of ensuring effective results. Call 0113 390 4270 to discuss your situation or book an inspection.
Apex Pest Control
Apex Pest Control Ltd Leeds
Leeds
West Yorkshire, UK
0113 3904270
Apex Pest Control Leeds service all areas in Leeds and the surrounding villages offering residential and commercial pest control services. Our sister company Apex Pest Control has operated for over 35 years and is proud members of the NPTA and CHAS.
Bed bugs do not discriminate. We work across all residential and commercial property types throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire.
We treat bed bug infestations in private homes across Leeds. Fixed pricing, BPCA certified technicians, and a thorough approach that addresses all harbourage areas — not just the surface. No call-out fee.
Landlords have a legal duty to provide properties free from infestation. Apex provides rapid treatment and issues a certificate of treatment for your tenancy records.
A single negative review mentioning bed bugs can cause significant reputational damage. Apex provides discreet, professional treatment for Airbnb hosts and holiday let owners across Leeds.
Shared accommodation is one of the most common settings for bed bug spread. Apex treats HMOs, student houses and shared flats across Leeds with minimal disruption.
Hotels are a high-risk environment for bed bug introduction. Apex provides professional inspection and treatment for hotels and guest houses in Leeds, including treatment documentation on request.
Care homes and supported living settings face strict hygiene requirements. Apex provides discreet, professional treatment and full documentation — minimising disruption to residents and staff.
Six reasons why homeowners, landlords and letting agents across Leeds trust Apex for bed bug treatment.
All Apex technicians hold BPCA qualifications — the professional standard for pest control in the UK. You are in the hands of a certified specialist.
Insecticidal treatment to all infected rooms, heat steam applied where required. £220. No call-out fee, no hidden charges, no surprise invoices.
We do not charge to visit. Your fixed-price quote is confirmed before any work begins.
We use professional-grade insecticidal products not available to the public, applied to all identified harbourage areas by a trained technician.
Our treatment methods are COSHH-compliant and safe for your home when preparation guidelines are followed. We will walk you through everything before treatment day.
We cover all LS postcodes and surrounding West Yorkshire areas. You are speaking to a local team, not a national call centre.
Apex Pest Control is BPCA certified, CHAS registered and a member of the NPTA. All work is fully insured to £5 million public liability.