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ESSENTIAL PEST CONTROL
Getting Started with Essential Pest Control
Your guide to targeting and eliminating indoor pests.
Watch: How to Use Essential Pest Control (3 minutes)
See exactly how to apply the spray for maximum effectiveness on the pests you're dealing with.
Watch: How to Use Essential Pest Control (3 minutes)
How to Mix Your Spray

Standard Mix: Add 1 full bottle of Essential Pest Control concentrate to 27 oz of cold water in your reusable spray bottle. Shake well before each use.

This ratio has been tested to work on contact for 40+ indoor pests. Using more or less water can reduce effectiveness.

How to Use on Specific Pests
This spray eliminates 40+ different indoor pests on contact. Here's how to target the ones you're dealing with:
Quick Setup (Takes About 5 Minutes)
Quick Setup (Takes About 5 Minutes)
Ants
  • Spray directly on ants you see
  • Spray along their trails (those lines they travel in)
  • Best places to find them hiding are entry points like door frames and windows
  • Spray in cracks and baseboards where you see them entering
  • Apply every 2-3 days until activity stops
Roaches
  • Spray roaches directly when you see them
  • Best places to find them are: under appliances, in cabinets, behind the fridge, bathroom corners, under sinks
  • Spray in cracks and crevices where you see them
  • Roaches are most active at night, so spraying then would give you the best results
  • Keep spraying these areas everyday as needed
Bed Bugs
  • Spray directly on any bed bugs you see (they need to get wet with the spray)
  • Best places to look are mattress seams, box spring edges, bed frame joints, and headboard cracks
  • Check nightstands, behind wall art, and electrical outlets near the bed as well (most people don't think to check here)
  • Spray in cracks and seams where you see them hiding
  • Treat your bed/bedroom every 2-3 days for at least 2 weeks or until they are gone
Spiders
  • Spray spiders directly when you find them
  • The most common areas they would be are corners where walls meet ceilings, behind furniture, closets, basements, garages
  • Make sure to check on areas of your home you don't go to a lot (spiders like to hang out here)
  • Apply consistently until they are gone for good
Mites
  • Spray areas that mites are hiding until the area is damp
  • Target mattresses, furniture, carpets, and bedding (both yours and your pets)
  • For dust mites: focus on bedding, curtains, and furniture with fabric
  • Let the spray sit and you can got back to these areas once they're dry
  • Treat these areas everyday, as needed, then weekly
What to Expect
Days 1-3: Initial Treatment
Pests you spray directly get eliminated fast. You should see less activity as you treat the problem spots. If you've got a heavy infestation in certain areas, hit them again over the next few days.
Days 4-7: Active Elimination
Most people see way less pest activity by now. Keep hitting those problem areas every 2-3 days - staying consistent is what breaks that continous pest cycle.
Week 2+: Maintenance
Time to switch to weekly applications to keep things pest-free. Make sure you store the bottle somewhere cool and dry.
🔧Still Having Issues? We've Got You Covered
Here's what we've learned from helping thousands of customers:
Problem
Easy Fix
Pests keep coming back after spraying
Apply every 2-3 days initially, then weekly for maintenance. Consistent use is key to breaking breeding cycles and preventing re-infestation.
Solution seems too weak for heavy infestations
Spray more frequently and cover more areas rather than changing the mixing ratio, the ratio is reccomened for a reason. Apply every 2-3 days consistently to help maximize effectiveness and stop the pests in your home.
Not sure where to spray for best results
Spray directly on pests and any spots where you see pests traveling like baseboards, corners, cracks, under appliances, behind furniture, closets, cabinets, bathrooms, and anywhere else.
Sprayed once but pests are still active
You may need to spray a little more in that area as some pests can be more resistant than others. Apply consistently to target all life stages of the pest and maximize the effectiveness of the spray.
Uncertain about the proper way to mix
Standard ratio: 1 full concentrate bottle to 27oz cold water. It is always reccomended to use this exact ratio for maximum effectiveness - each bottle is pre-measured for the best results.
❓Your Questions Answered
How does BugMD Essential Pest Control work?

BugMD Essential Pest Control uses the natural power of Clove Oil and Cottonseed Oil to disrupt insects' essential biological functions. These plant-based compounds interfere with bugs' ability to breathe and function normally, leading to quick elimination. Unlike harsh chemical sprays that rely on synthetic toxins, our naturally based formula works by leveraging the same defensive properties that plants have used for millions of years to protect themselves from insects.

How do I mix the concentrate properly? What's the correct ratio?

Mix 1 full concentrate bottle with exactly 27oz of cold filtered water in your "Forever" spray bottle. Shake well until completely mixed. This ratio has been specifically formulated for optimal effectiveness - using more or less water can reduce the formula's pest-eliminating power.

Do I spray it directly on the bugs or just spray the areas where I see them?

Both! Spray directly on pests when you see them for immediate elimination, then also spray the areas where they travel and hide. Target baseboards, corners, cracks, under appliances, behind furniture, and anywhere you've noticed pest activity. This two-pronged approach eliminates visible pests while treating their hiding spots.

Is Essential Pest Control safe around children and pets?

Absolutely! Our plant-based formula contains no harsh chemicals, making it safe to use around children and pets ⁺when used as directed. Unlike traditional pesticides that leave toxic residues, our natural ingredients break down safely while remaining lethal to bugs.

What types of bugs does Essential Pest Control eliminate?

Essential Pest Control is effective against 40+ species of pests like bed bugs, roaches, ants, spiders, flies, gnats, silverfish, and dozens of other common household pests. This makes it the ultimate pest elimination solution for any home!

Does it really work on bed bugs?

Yes! Essential Pest Control is specifically formulated to eliminate bed bugs on contact. Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eliminate because they hide in mattress seams, furniture cracks, and wall voids. Spraying our formula into these areas kills the bed bugs on contact, making it highly effective for thorough bed bug elimination.

Why do most of our customers choose the subscription service?

Pest problems often require multiple treatments and follow-up applications to achieve complete elimination. Every subscription includes a price lock guarantee, so you'll never pay more even if prices increase. Subscribers save 25% on every order and can modify or cancel anytime. It ensures you always have product on hand for thorough treatment without running out mid-elimination.

Can I just use store-bought essential oils instead?

Raw essential oils aren't formulated for pest elimination and lack the proper concentration and blend ratios needed for effective bug control. Our Essential Pest Control uses a proprietary formulation that combines the right oils at precise concentrations with complementary ingredients to maximize elimination power - something you simply can't replicate at home with store-bought oils.

🛡️ Complete Your Pest-Free Home Strategy

Customers who use these solutions together report faster elimination and fewer reinfestations.
Here’s how to make sure pests stay gone:

Never Run Out Mid-Treatment
Stay Ahead of Every Infestation

The Problem:
Pests don’t disappear after one spray. Eggs hatch in waves, and if you run out of product between treatments, they come right back and start the cycle over.

The Smart, Long-Term Fix:
Our Essential Pest Control Subscription keeps you stocked automatically so you never miss a treatment window. You’ll always have enough to:

  • Hit every stage of the pest life cycle
  • Treat all the “hot spots” in your home
  • Maintain a pest-free environment month after month

Plus, subscribers get:

  • 25% off every order
  • Price-lock guarantee (your price never goes up)
  • Easy pause or cancel anytime
 Lock In 25% Off & Never Run Out →
Stop Bugs Before They Reach Your Door
Pest Defense Pro — Outdoor Barrier (Save 37% + Free Gifts)

The Problem:
Indoor spraying wipes out the pests you see—but more are constantly trying to get in from your yard, garden, and foundation. Essential Pest Control can’t treat the whole outside of your home.

The Total Protection Upgrade:
Pest Defense Pro uses a formula customized to your area and pest needs, to create a protective barrier around your home, so bugs get stopped before they invade your living spaces.

Use it to:

  • Treat your lawn, garden, and mulch beds
  • Spray around doors, windows, and foundation
  • Reduce the number of bugs ever making it indoors

For a limited time, you get:

  • 37% OFF Pest Defense Pro
  • Bonus free gifts when you add it to your order today
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Travel Without Bringing Bed Bugs Home
Travel Bed Bug Killer — TSA-Approved On-the-Go Protection

The Problem:
Even if your home is protected, one hotel stay or Airbnb can expose you to bed bugs that hitch a ride home in your luggage, backpacks, or clothing.

The Easy Travel Solution:
Travel Bed Bug Killer is a TSA-approved 3 oz spray made for hotel rooms, rentals, and suitcases. Use it to:

  • Mist mattress seams, headboards, and furniture when you arrive
  • Treat luggage and backpacks before you head home
  • Rest easy knowing you’re not bringing unwanted “guests” back with you
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🛡️Safety & Storage
Store concentrate bottles in original packaging in a cool, dry location
Safe around children and pets ⁺when used as directed
Can be used anywhere indoors - no residue left behind
Wash hands after handling concentrate before eating
Use mixed solution within reasonable time for best potency
Safe to spray on furniture, wood, carpet, and fabrics
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