(r3) FamilyMeetingMinutes2018-12-12 < GuthrieFamily

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---++ Purpose
   * Bedbugs, Roaches, and the like -- coming up with a comprehensive strategy

---++ What do we know about bedbug treatment?
   * Four steps
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDa3NEp5aNA
      1. Prepare
         * Throw out stuff that can be tossed - *SEAL BAGS*
         * Dry clothes etc on high for 30 minutes then seal in bags.
         * Make sure drawers are empty, etc.
         * We may need a new master mattress -- the casings don't work on mattresses with hoses
      1. Steaming (optional)
      1. Chemicals.  
         * liquid - mix from concentrate (need an applicator)  
            https://youtu.be/CYBcQvykXLk
         * aerosol 
            https://youtu.be/bZL6EO7jZic
         * dust - lasts months   
            https://youtu.be/4sFceg0oARM   
      1. Treat again -- every 7-10 days (usually requires 3-4 iterations)
   * Equipment
      * Kit $100
      * Gloves $15
      * Sprayer $55
      * Duster (included in kit)
      * Mattress Casings $100 (queen) + $130 (king) (+ the cost of a mattress -- need to discuss)
      * Lots and lots of trash bags
---++ What do we know about roach treatment?
   * Stuff that kills bedbugs should kill roaches

---++ What types of things do we need to treat?
   * Clothes
   * Beds
   * Cupboards
   * Carpet
   * Vehicles
    
---++ Anything else ...
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Topic revision: r3 - 2018-12-12 - JMagGuthrie
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