Bed Bug Control: Pest Control Services

Once thought to be eradicated from the United States, bed bugs have been making an unwelcome comeback in hotels and homes all throughout the country. Below we have answered common questions in regards to bed bugs.

What are bed bugs?
A bed bug is a reddish-brown, oval-shaped insect that can grow to a quarter of an inch long. They are wingless and survive by sucking blood from a host animal, preferably a human.

Why are they called bed bugs?
Bed bugs commonly hide in mattresses, carpets, behind peeling paint and wallpaper, and in crevices of wooden furniture (like a bed’s headboard or picture frame above it). The bugs are nocturnal and typically bite people while they sleep.

Where did bed bugs come from?
Bed bugs are quite comfortable stowing away in luggage and even clothing. The bugs are increasingly found in urban hotels in America. Since they tend to travel with humans, any place that sees a number of world travelers is susceptible. Pilots and business travelers can bring bed bugs along unwittingly.

How can you locate Bed Bugs?
Look around. Bed bugs are large enough to see. Look particularly under the mattress and in the seams, in and around the bed frame, and along any cracks or peeling paint in the wall or picture frames. Check in the cracks of any wooden furniture. You can also spot blood droppings on the walls and the sheets.

What should you do if bitten by bed bugs?
Bed bug bites leave behind small, red, itchy welts. The good news? Bed bugs are not thought to transmit any diseases. The damage is more emotional than physical. The best measure is to call a local pest professional to thoroughly inspect your home for a bed bug infestation.

Getting Rid of Bed Bugs – Yes, it’s Possible!

Bed bugs are making a comeback and can infest your home no matter where you live. Professional pest control companies offer bed bug control services to protect your family and your guests.

Call Home Pest Control today for Expert Bed Bug Control Services!