How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs

Despite being tiny, bed bugs are very stubborn pests. To effectively get rid of bed bugs, you generally need a professional, like Pest Control Inc in Clark County NV. 

Because bed bug infestations tend to spike during spring and summer when traveling is common, we’ll be talking about bed bugs and how to treat them here in this guide.

Signs of an Infestation

Bed bugs are small, about the size of an apple seed, and they’re nocturnal, only coming out at night when you’re asleep. So while you may not always see them, there are other ways to identify whether or not you have a bed bug infestation.

• Bed Bug Bites: They’re small, red, and itchy. They may also become swollen, similar to mosquito bites.
• Blood Stains: If you see small blood stains on your sheets, this could be a sign of bed bugs
• Bed Bug Exoskeletons: When bed bugs molt into their next stage, they’ll leave their old skin casings.

Read more about bed bug infestation signs here.

Are Bed Bugs Dangerous?

Although bed bugs are not dangerous, they can cause stress and anxiety. This is why it’s important to schedule professional bed bug removal as soon as possible.

What to Do if You Have Bed Bugs (& How to Prevent Them)

Bed bugs are notorious hitchhikers. They’ll move from one destination to the next virtually undetected, so you’ll want to:

• Use caution when buying secondhand items, traveling, using public transportation, and staying in hotel rooms. Although, 
• Wrap your luggage in a garbage bag when traveling, since bed bugs cannot latch onto slippery surfaces.
• Wash all of your clothing, blankets, and other fabric-like materials in hot water. Bed bugs can’t survive in extreme temperatures.

Even the cleanest of homes can still get bed bugs, you’ll still want to maintain a clean and orderly home to help prevent bed bugs, vacuuming your home at least once a week.

Then call a bed bug exterminator to inspect the infestation and apply targeted treatments.

Let the Professionals Treat Your Bed Bug Infestation

It can be very unsettling knowing you have bed bugs in your home. These tiny pests will infest your bedding, furniture, baseboards, and more. When they bite, they’ll leave you with itchy red bites that can trigger infections.

We at Pest Control Inc know how frustrating it is to deal with these unwelcome pests, so if you have bed bugs, contact us as soon as possible. We’ll inspect your home, locate the pests, and recommend the best treatment for your unique situation. Our high-temperature steam will not only kill live bed bugs, but will also eliminate eggs to prevent future infestations.

Get started by giving us a call or filling out a contact form here.

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