How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
Hello there! We all know that bed bugs are tiny, wingless creatures who like to snuggle up in our beds… among a lot of other things. The small bugs have flat oval bodies that are light brown, but they become rusty red after finishing a blood meal. They mature to about 4-5 mm in length but you cannot really see them because they have six legs and long antennae. Moving on, let us take a close look at why these pests find their way back and how we can effectively say them goodbye.
Where Do Bed Bugs Hide?
Bed bugs are predominantly nocturnal, so if you only spot them during the day it might mean they're looking for food. They tend to lurk in mattress seams, sheets and other bedding. They may even find their way to carpets, loosen wallpaper or hide behind skirting boards and floorboards where they lay eggs.
Bed Bug Bites
These tiny bed bugs prey on human blood. Their mouth parts are so advanced that they can feed on our blood painlessly. When they bite, this silky substance and an anticoagulant inside their saliva keep blood flowing. That said, the saliva can trigger allergic reactions in certain people and generate itchy red bumps that might also puff up or even blister. Even though these bites can be very itchy, scratching them will result in secondary skin infections. Fortunately, bed bugs do not carry serious diseases.
If you notice bed bug bites:
Wash the area softly with an antiseptic soap and apply some anesthetic cream to relieve you of itching.
Calamine lotion is also soothing.
An ice pack may help reduce swelling.
If it hurts, a few painkillers can be helpful as well.
Remember, no scratching!
When in doubt, it’s wise to consult a healthcare professional to ensure you’re getting safe and effective treatment.
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How Do You Get Bed Bugs?
What draws these party crashers, then? Bed bugs are able to enter any house, especially in high-traffic areas like hotels, hostels. You may not actually see the bugs themselves however, you should look for small blood spots on your sheets or bites anywhere on your skin. Residents also can detect bed bugs early by using a small item called a feature detector. Here is a detailed look at bed bugs and their prevention; A Clean House is the Best Prevention for Bed Bug Infestations, Preventing Termite Problems with Hypersensitive Folks & more…
Vacuum and clean the surfaces consistently.
Washing your sheets and pillows at a high temperature could kill any remaining bed bugs.
How to Eliminate Bed Bugs?
Well, if you ever felt even the slightest concern of a bed bug invasion Here we will provide a simple guide.
Vacuum Your Mattress Prior
Enclose it in a dark plastic bag and let the sun do the rest; warmth will eliminate any bugs.
This can also work steam cleaning the carpets then spraying a suitable insecticide around suspected hiding places.
Frequently, one treatment should suffice but some products change the lifecycle of bed bugs while others take a little longer to kill them and break through their defenses. The problem is these bugs are adept at hiding, making it difficult to locate them and properly treat them. If the situation is too overwhelming, or if it looks like a pretty serious infestation, you should probably call some professionals.
We, at Global Termite Treatment Glen Forrest can guide your treatment options more effectively, if the best way involves sprays or any other methods. Contact us to get a quote and learn more about bed bug control service prices. We are here to free you from those irritating bed bugs for good.
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