Bedbugs
Bed bugs are small, wingless insects that feed exclusively on blood, primarily targeting humans. They are nocturnal and prefer hiding in crevices close to where people sleep, including mattresses, bed frames, and upholstered furniture.
Appearance
Bed bugs are oval-shaped, flat, and reddish-brown, about the size of an apple seed. After feeding, their bodies swell and become darker.
Life Stages
Bed bugs undergo five nymphal stages before becoming adults, feeding on blood between each stage. Females can lay up to five eggs per day, with eggs hatching in about 6 to 10 days. Bed bugs can live several months, depending on temperature and food availability.
Seasonal Activity
Bed bugs are active year-round, but infestations may be more noticeable in warmer months when they reproduce faster. They are most commonly spread through travel and second-hand furniture.
Dangers and Risks
Health Risks: Bed bug bites can cause red, itchy welts and skin irritation. Although they are not known to transmit diseases, infestations can lead to anxiety, insomnia, and psychological stress due to persistent biting.
Property Damage: Bed bugs don’t cause direct structural damage, but infestations can lead to the replacement of infested furniture, mattresses, and other personal belongings, leading to economic losses.
Prevention and Control Tips
This section should include signs to watch for, simple DIY methods, and preventive measures to protect homes or properties from pests.
Prevention Methods
Regularly inspect sleeping areas, avoid purchasing used mattresses, and use protective covers on mattresses and box springs. Reduce clutter to eliminate potential hiding spots.
Signs of Infestation
Look for small reddish stains on bedding, tiny dark spots (bed bug excrement), shed skins, and the presence of live bed bugs in mattress seams or cracks.
DIY Measures
Use bed bug interceptors on bed legs and wash bedding in hot water. Vacuum frequently and use steam cleaning on carpets and furniture.
When to Contact a Professional
Professional treatment is recommended for significant infestations, especially if bed bugs have spread beyond the bedroom.
Trap Kill’s Approach to Control
Customized Treatment Plans:
Trap Kill offers targeted bed bug treatments, using a combination of heat treatments, steam, and safe insecticides to eliminate bed bugs at all life stages.
Certified, Eco-Friendly Solutions:
We use environmentally friendly and certified products, ensuring the safety of your home while effectively controlling bed bugs. Our follow-up visits and inspections guarantee complete eradication.
