Introduction: Don't let the bed bugs bite. It sounds like a silly phrase until you actually have bed bugs! This issue has become a huge concern all over Southern California. There are many ways to fend off these tough adversaries, such as heat, chemicals, and steam, just to name a few. Some applications are more environmentally friendly than others. However, the effectiveness and cost are not hindered by these more green treatments. So, as we like to say, "Don't let the bed bugs bite, ever!" Sharing your bed doesn't have to be unpleasant.