Bed bugs are a big problem all over the United States, and that problem is getting worse. A bed bug infestation can be the start of a long and emotionally draining process. Bed bugs are highly mobile, not only in different rooms of the same house, but from house to house as well. They feed directly on residents, and once established, can be extremely difficult to remove.
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Bed Bug Bites Are Often The First Sign Of A Problem
Bed bugs can get in every nook and cranny of a home, and they are generally only noticed when the bed bug bites start. By the time they become obvious, bed bug infestations are usually advanced. Most homeowners don’t know how to find bed bugs, beyond looking under their mattresses. Unfortunately, mattresses are only one area of homes bed bugs find attractive. They like to live everywhere: behind pictures, behind wall sockets, in furniture, in appliances, in clothing, and anywhere else they can find a dark, comfortable place.
Bed bugs can’t hide from SPRK Pest Solutions. We are experts at tracking them down, and getting them out. Call us today to see how we can help you.
Bed Bug Infestations Only Get Worse With Time
Bed bugs know when they have it good. As soon as they find a place that meets their needs, they stay and grow. Bed bugs like big families; a single female can lay up to a dozen eggs a day and up to 500 of them in her lifetime, with each egg only taking about a week to hatch. A bed bug can also live for over a year without feeding.
Why Do-It-Yourself Bed Bug Control Usually Fails
Bed bug removal is a complex process. They are masters at hiding, especially during the day, and they have to be tracked down and treated everywhere they hide. The average homeowner usually fails to perform enough investigation and treatment to kill all of the bed bugs in a home. This will slow them down, but they will quickly reestablish their numbers. This is why bed bugs are notorious for reappearing after ineffective treatments.
The Trick To Completely Getting Rid Of Bed Bugs
Here are some techniques you can use to help decrease the chances of bed bug infestations:
- Vacuum often, especially in bedrooms. Early on, this can help keep bed bug populations from expanding.
- Change bed linens often, using the opportunity to check around/underneath the mattress for signs of bed bugs.
- Be alert for signs of bug bites when getting up in the morning. If you notice a pattern, you might have bed bugs.
- Keep in touch with family and friends. If they get bed bugs, be wary, because they might have spread to your home.
If you discover bed bugs in your home, or think you might possibly have an infestation, professional pest control is your absolute best course of action. Professionals know what to look for, and look everywhere. If we find evidence of bed bugs, we know how to treat them correctly. SPRK Pest Solutions knows how to get rid of bed bugs. Contact us if you think that bed bugs have moved in unexpectedly!
