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Does just the thought of bed bugs entering your home send shivers down your spine? If so, you're not alone.
These pests can be a real problem and they have made their way to all 50 states in the country. To top it off, one out of five Americans has either dealt with an infestation personally or knows someone else that has dealt with these pesky insects.
Having bed bugs invade your home can be a nightmare situation. Luckily, there are a variety of ways to evict these blood-sucking pests. In this guide, we'll cover it all - from exactly how to know if there are bed bugs in your home to what bed bugs look like to top prevention tips and more.
Let's start with the basics...
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on blood and blood alone. Not exactly welcomed house guests. These wingless insects are tiny and can easily hide in your luggage or clothes undetected until you bring them into your home.
Once inside, bed bugs hide in different locations, including in your bedding, until night time where they come out and bite their hosts. Any exposed areas of skin are fair game for these pests.
But how do you know if you're dealing with bed bugs? You'll need to determine what they look like.
As mentioned, bed bugs are wingless insects that are brownish-red in color. They appear flat (when hungry) and round, have six legs, and two antennae. They are small, roughly around the size of a pumpkin or apple seed, and can be seen by the naked eye.
If you suspect a bed bug infestation, there are a few tell-tale signs to look out for including:
If you find evidence of any of the above early signs of bed bugs, it is time to call in the professionals. A professional pest control company can best assess the situation and the level of care for your specific situation. Bed bugs are resilient, so you'll want to rid yourself of the issue as soon as possible.
Bed bugs love to hide, so on occasion, they can be hard to spot. You'll want to check in the following locations if you think your home might be infested:
If you think your home may be hosting these unwelcome bugs, a pest control company can come to inspect your home for you to see if you actually have an issue.
Getting bed bugs is nothing to be ashamed of. These pests can affect just about anyone no matter how clean your home might be. But it is important to know where potential threats lie so you can stay alert and aware.
One of the top ways people get bed bugs is from traveling. Your hotel or motel might look clean at first glance, but it's incredibly important to check the bedding before you make yourself at home. A quick scan can save you a lot of time and money in the long run.
Another common way people get bed bugs is from second-hand furniture or mattresses. There's nothing wrong with saving a buck, but you'll want to thoroughly inspect any second-hand furniture or bedding that you bring into your home to ensure no pests have hitched a ride.
It's difficult to completely prevent bed bugs from entering your home, but there are a few prevention tips to minimize your risk including:
But what happens if you've taken all the preventative measures and you still get bed bugs?
Bed bugs are resistant to many common pesticides found today, and they can be extremely difficult to get rid of if not treated properly. Luckily, there are a variety of ways they can be eradicated but you'll need to start with the following preparation steps:
Once preparation steps are complete, you'll want to look into a variety of treatment options that professional pest control companies can provide like:
At the first sign of bed bugs, you'll want to contact a professional pest control company and they can walk you through a treatment plan so you can kick out those bed bugs once and for all!
We hope this guide helped you learn how to know if there are bed bugs in your home. If these little pests have made their way into your abode, you'll want to call the professionals at Agro Pest Control as soon as possible. We are a safe and reliable pest control business you can count on.
Contact us for all your pest control needs today.
