NightWatch Bed Bug Monitor

What is the NightWatch and how does it work?

NightWatch is one of a few active bed bug monitors available for professional and personal use. Unlike passive bed bug monitors that reactively trap traveling bed bugs, this unit proactively attracts and traps bed bugs. The ‘active luring’ capability makes the NightWatch an ideal tool for confirming the presence of bed bugs and monitoring the progress of bed bug management programs.

The unit operates by delivering a controlled release of three types of bed bug attractants (for a period of up to seven day) and trapping bed bugs that have been attracted to it.
Features:

Triple Lure Attractant System

1. Compressed CO2 Cylinder- Carbon dioxide is the primary attractant used by the NightWatch trap. The CO2 release mimics the breathing of humans and other animals that bed bugs seek to feed upon. The device uses 20-ounce CO2 cylinders that are readily available for purchase at sporting goods stores. When using the 20-ounce CO2 cartridge the NightWatch can operate continuously for up to seven days without any maintenance required.
2. Heat- In addition to releasing CO2 the NightWatch also emits heat mimicking the body heat that is give off by humans and other warm-blooded animals. Research at the University of Kentucky has demonstrated that bed bugs are attracted to heat sources and will travel toward the location where the heat source is originating. The combined effect of CO2 and heat increases the attraction of the NightWatch to bugs that are seeking a blood meal.
3. Chemical Lure- The NightWatch utilizes chemical lures similar to those that have been developed for other blood feeding pests such as mosquitoes. The chemical lure adds yet one more component to lure host seeking bed bugs into the trap. Individual lures can operate for up to seven days before being replaced. Each unit comes with a four lures. Additional lure packages can be purchased separately.

What does this really mean? By utilizing three distinct lures, the NightWatch has an exceptional capability to attract and monitor bed bugs in a variety of settings. Additional chemical lures can be purchased at Bed Bug Central. Refilling the CO2 canisters can be as simple as visiting your local sporting goods store.

Self-regulating Timer- The self-regulating timer built into the NightWatch controls the unit’s activation and shutdown periods. The unit activates during peak bed bug activity periods: 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. Once the NightWatch is set for activation, the unit can operate without oversight or maintenance for the lifespan of the chemical and CO2.

What does this really mean? NightWatch is the only active monitor that can turn on and off at times corresponding with bed bug activity patterns. The monitor will remain off during the day when bed bugs are typically not active and then automatically turn on during the sleeping hours (10 a.m. – 4 a.m.) when bed bugs are actively looking to feed. In addition, the timer can be adjusted to whatever schedule you have, so if you work the nightshift, the unit can be adjusted to operate during the daytime hours when you are home and asleep.

The self-regulating timer also extends the operational capabilities of the NightWatch beyond that of other bed bug monitoring units. This feature enables the unit to work without oversight or maintenance for up to seven days. The benefit is ease of use for the homeowner and decreased labor costs associated with maintenance for the pest management professional. Also, continuous operation over a period of days increases the likelihood of trapping bed bugs as they are ready to feed.

Why do you need this product?
The NightWatch has considerable bed bug monitoring applications for both pest management professionals and individual use and will be a tremendous aid in detecting bed bug infestations. Because of the unit’s unique operational advantages over other CO2 trapping devices, it can be an integral tool for several bed bug management protocols.

Professional Uses:

1. Pre-move-in or move out inspections-With property managers facing increasing legal concerns related to bed bugs, pre-move-in inspections are essential for providing evidence of due diligence. To that end, property managers may contract pest management professionals for monitoring services or can run the monitoring program with in-house staff.
2. Commercial Properties- Commercial properties such as schools or office buildings are difficult to inspect for bed bugs largely because blood-meal sources are not present during peak activity periods. The NightWatch can mimic a host after normal business hours to lure bed bugs and help confirm the presence of an infestation.
3. Dormant Occupancy Periods- The NightWatch is a valuable tool to monitor bed bugs for periods of dormant occupancy. This will be an important tool for hospitality industries to utilize between visitors. The unit is also valuable in periodic living conditions such as college dormitories over summer break.
4. Storage Unit Inspections- This monitor can also serve as a proactive method for monitoring and helping confirm the existence of an infestation in storage or warehouse units.
5. Additional uses: There are additional bed bug management programs and uses that are ideal for pest management professionals. Bed Bug Central has included exclusive and detailed instructions for several key applications in which we believe the NightWatch is ideal.

Individual Uses:

1. Helping confirm suspicions of an infestation: The NightWatch can be an important tool for individuals who would like a method to help confirm the presence of an infestation in their residence. This unit can be particularly valuable in homes with frequent travels, college students, frequent visitors or that have experienced bed bugs infestations in the past.
2. Monitoring Bed Bug Treatments- The NightWatch is an ideal method for monitoring the progress of bed bug treatments for existing infestations.

When you make a purchase from Bed Bug Central, we often include free supplementary materials that are exclusive to our company and will put the expertise of our entomologists at your finger tips. These materials are designed to ensure that you:

1. Use our products effectively and avoid common usage and installation mistakes that our certified technicians and entomologists see in the field. This will increase your product’s longevity and the level of protection offered.
2. Educate you to be as knowledgeable as possible about bed bugs, offer additional prevention methods, and clarify expectations.
3. Add the most value to your purchase without adding the highest cost.

Supplementary Materials:

1. Field Application Instructions - These instructions go way beyond manufacturer directions. Our certified technicians have noticed that some common operational issues arise during the implementation of the unit in the field. Our installation instructions address these issues and enable you to maximize your use of the NightWatch and effectively troubleshoot.
2. Ideal Bed Bug Management Usage- These instructions detail how the NightWatch can fit a variety of bed bug management protocols for your pest management firm and increase both your operational and monetary value. The instructions also detail how to accurately read the NightWatch and assess your results.
3. Bed Bug Information Packet- Dealing with bed bugs is a complex, frustrating, and often emotional process. We have included an information packet that will teach you about bed bugs, the various symptoms of an infestation and bites, and how to inspect for bed bugs properly. Because bed bugs can be a complex problem to deal with, education, knowledge and prevention are your best weapons.