How Much Does It Cost to Treat a Mattress for Bed Bugs in Bexley?
Short answer: treating only the mattress is rarely enough. Bed bugs hide in frames, skirtings, sockets and nearby furniture, so a successful plan usually treats the whole sleeping area (and any adjoining rooms with activity). That said, here’s a realistic guide to mattress-specific costs within a full treatment plan in Bexley—plus how to keep your spend down.
Typical Mattress Treatment Costs (Guide)
- Mattress + bed frame (chemical/steam) as part of a visit: commonly included in a per-room price. Expect ~£120–£180 of the overall charge to be attributable to the mattress/bed area depending on severity and time on site.
- “Mattress-only” call-out: less common and not advised (risk of re-infestation). Where offered, stand-alone visits often work out £150–£250+ once attendance, materials and re-visits are considered.
- One-bedroom heat-led plan (first room): premium option aimed at same-day clearance in the treated room; often the largest cost component of a heat job. Guide pricing for the first room is frequently £600–£900 with reduced rates for additional rooms at the same appointment.
- Mattress encasement (zip cover): usually £20–£50 per cover depending on size/brand. Strongly recommended after treatment.
Note: Prices vary by infestation level, prep required, access/parking and whether follow-up visits are needed. The most accurate way to price your case is a quick assessment and written quote.
Why Mattress-Only Treatment Often Fails
- Multiple harbourages: activity is typically in headboards, frames, skirtings, sockets and bedside units—not just the mattress.
- Egg resilience: eggs hidden in cracks can hatch after a one-off spot treatment, causing bounce-back.
- Room-to-room spread: untreated adjacent rooms can re-seed the mattress.
Best practice: treat the entire sleeping area (and any confirmed adjoining activity) in one plan, then seal the mattress with a quality encasement.
What’s Included When We Treat Your Mattress
- Detailed inspection of mattress seams, piping and labels
- Careful treatment (steam and/or professional insecticides) targeting seams and tufts
- Bed frame/headboard crack-and-crevice work
- Room perimeter and furniture checks (skirtings, sockets, bedside units, wardrobes)
- Preparation checklist and post-treatment advice
- Recommendation and fitting guidance for mattress encasements
Ways to Keep Your Costs Down
- Act early: treating a small, localised issue costs less than a multi-room infestation.
- Complete prep: laundering and decluttering reduce time on site and repeat visits.
- Bundle rooms sensibly: treat all affected rooms in the same appointment.
- Use encasements: they protect the mattress after treatment and make future inspections faster and cheaper.
FAQs: Mattress Treatment in Bexley
Can you just treat the mattress?
We can, but we don’t recommend it in most cases. Treating the wider sleeping area (and any adjoining activity) is essential for long-term success.
Do I need to throw the mattress away?
Usually no. Professional treatment plus a zip encasement is the cost-effective approach. We’ll advise if a mattress is too damaged or unsafe to keep.
Is it safe to sleep on a treated mattress?
Yes—once re-entry times are met and the mattress is dry. We’ll provide clear safety guidance on the day.
Will you fit the encasement?
We can supply guidance and, if requested, provide/fit suitable encasements sized for your bed.
How many visits will I need?
Chemical/steam programmes commonly require 2–3 visits. Heat-led plans may be completed in one longer visit with a follow-up check.
Do you cover my part of Bexley?
Yes—Bexley, Bexleyheath, Welling, Sidcup, Crayford, Erith and surrounding areas. Check availability.
