Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown insects that feed on human blood. They are expert hitchhikers, easily traveling from place to place on clothing, luggage, or furniture. Once inside your home, they hide in mattresses, box springs, bed frames, and other crevices, emerging at night to feed.
Why Bed Bugs Are a Problem:
Bites
Bed bug bites can cause itchy, red welts that can be very uncomfortable and disrupt sleep.
Spread
Bed bugs reproduce quickly, and infestations can spread rapidly throughout your home.
Health Concerns
While bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases, their bites can lead to secondary infections from scratching and cause significant stress and anxiety.
Difficulty of Control
Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eliminate, requiring specialized knowledge and treatment methods.
Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation:
Bites
Small, red, itchy bumps on your skin, often in a line or cluster.
Bloodstains
Small blood spots on your sheets or mattress.
Fecal Spots
Tiny dark spots (bed bug droppings) on bedding, mattresses, or walls.
Shed Skins
Molted bed bug exoskeletons.
Musty Odor
A sweet, musty odor in infested areas.
Bed Bug FAQ’s
How do bed bugs enter a home?
Bed bugs can hitch a ride into homes through luggage, furniture, clothing, and other items that have been in infested areas.
What are the signs of a bed bug infestation?
Signs of bed bugs include small, itchy bites on the skin that are often in a line or cluster, tiny blood spots on bedding or furniture, dark or rusty spots of bed bug excrement on mattresses and surrounding areas, and in severe cases, a musty odor.
Can bed bugs transmit diseases?
While bed bugs can be a nuisance, they are not known to transmit diseases to humans. The primary concern with bed bugs is the discomfort and irritation caused by their bites.
What are the best methods to get rid of bed bugs?
Call Pest Pros! – Effective bed bug eradication typically involves a combination of methodologies including thorough inspections, product applications, thoroughly vacuuming infested areas, and washing all bedding and clothing in hot water and drying on high heat to help eliminate any remaining bugs or eggs.
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Don’t Let Bed Bugs Take Over Your Home!
If you suspect you have a bed bug problem, don’t wait. Contact Pest Pro for a professional inspection and effective treatment. Our experienced technicians have the knowledge and tools to eliminate bed bugs and restore your peace of mind.
Why Pest Pros?
- We Get the Job Done Right: Pests hide in the toughest spots. With over 40 years of combined experience, we know where to look and how to tackle the problem.
- Safety & Expertise: We use only high-quality, EPA-approved products and invest in ongoing training for our technicians. Your family’s safety is our priority.
- Guaranteed Results: Our proven Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach eliminates pests and prevents them from returning. If they do, we’ll come back at no additional cost.
If the Pests Come Back, We Come Back
Pest Control Treatment Includes
In Depth Inspection
Our pest specialist will perform a in-depth inspection of your home; we are looking for conducive conditions that pest thrive in. You tech might fight signs of rodent activity, active ant trails, or moisture-related issues.
Preventive Pest Service
Your pest service program will include monitoring stations for pest activity and target applications for pest found. Slow release granular application around your home and a protective spray barrier to stop pest from moving in.
What Pests Want
Yes, we give pests what they want: Food! Our pest specialist carry a variety of food that pests cannot resist, and they know how to carefully apply the right solutions in common nesting spots for effective elimination.
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