Don’t let the Bed Bugs bite really is not only a statement our parents use to say to us as children when they put us to bed, but they actually do exist.

 What is a Bed Bug?

Bed Bugs are a oval shaped reddish brown bug. These bugs are known as hitchhikers and feed off of human blood. In order to reach sexual maturity bed bugs must feed from a host and molt their skin. From nymph to an adult they can range in size, 0.09 to 0.18 inches. 

Where do I look for Bed Bug Evidence?

Bed Bugs are often found where the host often sits and rests; sofas, end tables, dressers, mattress, box-spring, headboards and chairs. 

To preform a proper bed bug inspection you will need the following;

• A flashlight
• Magnifying glass
• Gloves
• A baggy to collect any bugs your find
• Basic Bed Bug Education

During a inspection we look for evidence of bed bug activity. Depending on the level of activity we may only find evidence of the pest, this knowledge is essential. The thought of the possibility of having a issue with bed bugs can be very overwhelming, sometimes leaving this to the pest experts may be ideal – Contact Us Now 

Here are 4 things to look for;

• A live/dead bed bug
• Bed Bug skins (yellow/clear) shape of the bug
• Fecal Matter (Black specs that smear when smudged)
• Bed Bug eggs (Oval in shape and very small) Often found in clusters

How did I get bed bugs?

Since bed bugs are known as hitch-hikers they can easily move from one place to another undetected. We move these pests with us unintentionally. As I have said they typically live close to their host, so if you toss out a personal item that later is picked up by another person from the street corner or by another means you could be potentially sharing the problem unknowingly. This is only one example of how they can move from one location to another, other ways are; by hitching a ride on a host, moving from an adjacent unit to another via wall voids, electrical or wiring, picking up used furniture or being transferred on other personal items.  

Are Bed Bugs Dangerous?

Bed bugs are a nuisance pest and they are not harmful to people nor do they transmit disease. Their bites can cause a itchy hive like rash, bumps and welts which can later become infected by scratching.  However, not everyone reacts to their bites and sometimes the bite does not become noticeable for weeks. 

Education of these pests is essential and having a PRO Professional address your bed bug issue may be what is needed. A adult female bed bug can lay 1 to 5 eggs per day, which can cause the infestation of these pests to grow rapidly.