When it comes to bed bug control in general, identifying the problem early on can go a long way. It is vital to determine the extent of the infestation right away and not let the issue fester. Inspecting the infested areas and surrounding living spaces quickly can help to correctly identify the pest. That way developing a strategy about how to attack the situation can be done in an efficient manner without any delay. 

Encasing is an important method when combating bed bugs. Encasing the mattress and box spring can effectively trap all bugs inside the encasement. This then leads to the bed bugs eventually dying due to the lack of food source. With this method, there is no need to throw away the mattress, as it is sealed.

But we understand if sleeping on an infested mattress is unnerving. If you decide to throw it out, make sure it is properly marked as infested. That way it is clear why the mattress is being thrown out and is handled properly.