It’s one of the vacation rental industry’s least comfortable topics: bedbugs. No property manager wants to think about them, no guest ever wants to encounter them, and no homeowner wants to deal with the fallout. Yet ignoring the risk doesn’t make it go away, and the impact of an infestation can be far more damaging than many managers realize.

That’s where CiiRUS Protect comes in, offering up to $15,000 in bedbug coverage as part of its all-in-one protection plan.

The Real Cost of a Bedbug Incident

Bedbugs aren’t just an inconvenience, they’re costly and disruptive:

• Extermination bills add up. A single treatment can cost thousands, and often multiple visits are required.
• Furnishing replacement. Mattresses, sofas, and other soft goods often need to be discarded and replaced.
• Lost rental income. Properties may be unbookable for days or weeks during treatment.
• Reputation damage. A single guest review mentioning bedbugs can impact bookings for months.

For many property managers, these expenses come directly out of operating budgets, or worse, become a heated point of contention with homeowners.

How CiiRUS Protect Provides Peace of Mind

CiiRUS Protect makes bedbug coverage standard, not an afterthought. With up to $15,000 in benefits per claim, the program goes beyond extermination alone. It also covers:

• Replacement of ruined furnishings
• Alternative accommodations for relocated guests
• Limited reimbursement for lost rental income

That means managers and owners aren’t left scrambling to cover costs or negotiate with upset travelers. Instead, there’s a professional process in place to handle remediation quickly and fairly.

A Better Guest Experience

From the guest’s perspective, bedbug coverage also signals something important: professionalism.

When a traveler books a property with CiiRUS Protect included, they see a small line item in their reservation breakdown (typically $65). That fee provides confidence that, even in the rare event of an issue, their stay will be handled with care and without surprise charges or disputes.

This sets your brand apart from competitors who rely on old-fashioned security deposits, which provide little to no real protection in these scenarios.

Why Coverage Matters Now More Than Ever

With increased travel demand and high guest turnover, the risk of bedbug incidents grows. Even spotless, well-managed homes aren’t immune; infestations often spread through luggage, not poor housekeeping.

That’s why forward-thinking managers are shifting away from reactive measures and toward proactive protection. Including bedbug coverage as part of your overall risk management strategy isn’t just smart, it’s becoming essential.

The Bottom Line

No one likes to talk about bedbugs, but every property manager needs to plan for them. Without protection, a single infestation can cost thousands in repairs, refunds, and lost bookings, not to mention long-term reputational harm.

With CiiRUS Protect, bedbug coverage is built-in, providing:

• Up to $15,000 in remediation benefits
• Peace of mind for owners, guests, and managers
• A professional safeguard against one of the industry’s most disruptive risks

It’s another way CiiRUS helps you protect your business, your properties, and your guests, so you can focus on growth, not damage control.

Want to learn more about enabling CiiRUS Protect for your portfolio? Visit ciirus.com/protect or reach out to our team.

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