Deciding to tackle bed bugs yourself? Step one isn’t spraying chemicals — it’s buying the right tools. The wrong gear means wasted effort, and worse, it can scatter bed bugs into the next room. This article lists all 10 things you need for DIY bed bug control in one place, with where to buy them in Hong Kong, supplier names and phone numbers. Just follow the list.
The 6 core tools
1. High-temperature steam cleaner
Bed bug eggs are tough — insecticides may not kill them, but steam above 60°C kills on contact. Get a handheld steamer that produces steam above 100°C, and focus on bed frame crevices, mattress edges and skirting boards. Where to buy: Fortress, Broadway, HKTVmall; for professional-grade units, ask Joy Time International (2871 9021).
2. Bed bug interceptors
Plastic cups placed under bed legs — bed bugs climb in and can’t get out. They serve two purposes: monitoring whether bugs remain, and stopping them from reaching you in bed. Where to buy: Debug X100 (5530 4141, WhatsApp — a DIY bed bug product specialist); also on Amazon and Taobao.
3. Bed bug-proof mattress encasement
A zippered full encasement that traps bed bugs and eggs inside the mattress so they can’t get out to bite. Buy the right size for your mattress, with an escape-proof zipper. Where to buy: Debug X100 (5530 4141, WhatsApp); Amazon, Taobao.
4. Diatomaceous earth + powder duster
A physical desiccant powder: it destroys the bed bug’s waxy cuticle so the insect dies of dehydration — no resistance issues. Apply along skirting boards, bed frame crevices and near power outlets, and use a powder duster for even coverage. Note: wear a mask while applying and avoid inhaling the dust. Where to buy: hkdebug (60142189, WhatsApp); for professional-grade CimeXa, ask Joy Time International (2871 9021).
5. Residual insecticide spray (household grade)
Household sprays from supermarkets and pharmacies, for emergencies and touch-ups. Note: Hong Kong bed bugs have developed resistance to some chemicals — don’t rely on spray alone. For bulk purchases, ask Unifarm (2563 9016, pest-control product wholesaler). Where to buy: Mannings, Wellcome, pharmacies, Japan Home Centre.
6. HEPA vacuum cleaner
Vacuuming is the most direct physical removal: go over the mattress, bed frame and carpet, then immediately seal the bag/canister contents and throw them out of the flat. If you already own one, no need to buy; otherwise head to an appliance chain store.
4 supporting items (supermarket / Japan Home Centre / hardware store)
- Large ziplock bags: seal infested clothes and sheets first, then wash in 60°C+ water and tumble-dry hot
- Powerful torch + magnifier: check mattress seams and wallpaper edges for faecal spots and live bugs
- Caulk/sealant: seal wall and bed-frame gaps to cut off their hiding routes
- Double-sided tape: stick around bed legs as a simple monitoring trap (the budget interceptor)
Supplier directory
| Company | Phone | Supplies |
|---|---|---|
| De粉專門店 (De Powder Store) | 60142189 (WhatsApp) | DIY bed bug product specialist: diatomaceous earth etc. |
| Joy Time International （樂時國際） | 2871 9021 | Pest-control equipment |
| Unifarm （裕農行） | 2563 9016 | Pest-control product wholesaler |
| Fortress / Broadway / HKTVmall | — | Steam cleaners, vacuums (appliance chains) |
| Amazon / Taobao | — | Interceptors, encasements, diatomaceous earth (online) |
| Mannings / Wellcome / pharmacies / Japan Home Centre | — | Household sprays, ziplock bags, torches |
(Supplier phone numbers verified via this site’s directory, 2026-10-04.)
Can’t handle it yourself? Call a professional
If you’ve been bitten repeatedly for over two weeks, found live bugs, or have babies or elderly at home, go straight to a professional. Our picks:
- Hkbedbug （滅蟲家） 6014 2189: bed bug specialist
- Buzz Pest Control （德國巴斯） 9547 6662: high-temperature steam treatment
- Rentokil 2954 6888: international chain
See the full 46-company directory.
Safety notes
- Wear a mask when applying diatomaceous earth; don’t raise large dust clouds in sleeping areas
- Follow insecticide label instructions; never mix products together
- For heavy infestations (the whole flat), don’t force DIY — spraying scatters them further; call a professional early