Product Testing Methodology

Restiqo’s Rigorous Bed Bug Product Testing Methodology: Trusted, Science-Backed Results

At Restiqo, we don’t just recommend bed bug treatments – we prove they work.

Our scientific, multi-phase testing process ensures every product we endorse delivers real-world effectiveness, safety, and long-lasting protection against infestations.

Here’s how we separate the winners from the gimmicks:

1. Laboratory Bioassays: Does It Kill Bed Bugs on Contact?

Before any product reaches your home, it undergoes controlled lab testing to measure its immediate lethality. We expose live bed bugs (all life stages – eggs, nymphs, adults) to treatments under strict conditions, assessing:

  • Knockdown speed (How quickly does it paralyze/kill?)
  • Mortality rate (Does it achieve 95%+ elimination?)
  • Resistance risk (Does it work against pesticide-resistant strains?)

Why it matters: If a treatment can’t pass lab trials, it won’t survive in your bedroom.

2. Real-World Field Trials: Does It Work in Your Home?

Lab success ≠ real-life results. We partner with pest control professionals and volunteer households (with active infestations) to test products in diverse environments – apartments, hotels, dormitories – monitoring:

  • Application practicality (Sprays, powders, steamers, etc.)
  • Residual protection (Weeks/months of post-treatment defense)
  • Hidden infestation reach (Does it penetrate cracks, mattress seams, and furniture?)

Why it matters: Field trials reveal whether a treatment adapts to your space, not just a sterile lab.

3. Toxicity & Safety Testing: Is It Safe for Your Family?

A bed bug killer shouldn’t trade pests for poison. We analyze:

  • EPA/FIFRA compliance (Certified for household use?)
  • Skin/eye irritation risks (Tested on human-equivalent tissue)
  • Pet/child safety (Non-toxic formulas prioritized)
  • VOC emissions (No harsh fumes or respiratory hazards)

Why it matters: Your safety is non-negotiable.

4. Durability & Wash Resistance: Does It Last?

Treatments must survive laundering, foot traffic, and time. We simulate:

  • Mattress encasement wash cycles (Does the product fail after 5+ washes?)
  • Carpet/fabric abrasion tests (Does vacuuming degrade it?)
  • UV/sunlight exposure (Outdoor furniture treatments)

Why it matters: A product that fades after a week is a waste of money.

5. Environmental Impact: Is It Eco-Conscious?

We audit:

  • Biodegradability (Harmful runoff or soil contamination?)
  • Non-target insect toxicity (Does it harm pollinators or aquatic life?)
  • Sustainable packaging (Recyclable? Low waste?)

Why it matters: Effective pest control shouldn’t sacrifice the planet.

Restiqo’s Promise: No Guesswork, Only Proof

We reject sponsorships from brands that can’t pass our tests, so you never see a “recommendation” based on hype.

Every product we feature has been:
✅ Lab-validated for lethal efficacy
✅ Field-proven in homes like yours
✅ Safety-certified for families and pets
✅ Durability-tested to outlast re-infestation risks

Sleep tight, your solution is Restiqo-tested.

Have a product you’d like us to evaluate? Contact our testing team here or hello@restiqo.com