Preventing bed bugs is very important, as once you have a bed bug infestation at your home or business, it can very challenging to get rid of.
Bed bug’s flattened bodies allows them to hide in just about any small crack and crevice, so its very easy for them to get into your home or business unnoticed. Bed bugs can get into your home or business from another place that is already infested by them. This can be through second-hand furniture, luggage, clothes or they can move around different rooms or units in places like apartment blocks and hotels.
Taking proactive measures to prevent bed bug infestations will help to prevent a bed bug infestation from spreading rapidly. If you suspect you have bed bugs in your home or business, it is recommended that you contact one of our professional who can provide assistance.
Exterminating bed bugs can be an incredibly challenging task due to their resilience and ability to hide in tiny crevices. These pests have developed resistance to many chemical treatments on the market, making it difficult to completely eradicate them. As of now, bed bug heat treatment is the most successful and comprehensive treatment on the market and if you would like to find out more, click here.
The difficulty of completely eradicating a bed bug infestation starts with their ability to reproduce quickly and in some cases their resistance to common insecticides. Bed bugs can lay hundreds of eggs, which hatch within a week, leading to a rapid increase in population. They can ‘hitchhike’ with ease around a building and are able to hide in cracks and crevices, making it hard to locate and treat all infested areas.
Traditional treatment methods often involve repeated chemical treatments over several weeks or months. However, this approach can be time-consuming, expensive, and may not guarantee complete eradication. Which is why we would always recommend a professional heat treatment which treats all areas, by exposing them to extreme temperatures that they cannot survive.
Unfortunately, using prevention measures against bed bugs does not provide you with complete protection. If you suspect you have a bed bug infestation then it is very important to act quickly. Contact ThermoPest for identification and treatment of a bed bug infestation. DIY bed bug treatments do not work, and you may just make the problem worse. Bed bug infestations are best handled by a professional pest control service, especially a bed bug heat treatment service. Our friendly bed bug experts are on hand to answer any questions you have and to discuss your treatment options with you
Can you see bed bugs? Bedbugs are small but you can see them. They range in colour from transparent to a dark reddish brown. Adults are roughly 4 to 5mm. They are very good at hiding, so look for telltale signs like rust coloured blood dots and shed skins on your furnishings, or bites on your body.
What causes bed bugs? Bed bugs can be found anywhere that humans live because they feed on human blood. This attracts them to any environment where they can hide out—with mattresses and upholstery the prime targets.
What are the signs that I have bed bugs? Bed bugs are difficult to identify in the early stages of their life cycles. Most infestations are discovered due to bite marks and itching skin. Pest control professionals can usually identify droppings on bedding, uncover the places where the bugs hide and even smell the strong, sweet odours of a mature infestation.
How do I kill bed bugs? It can be hard to eradicate bedbugs completely. They are usually nocturnal and are very good at hiding. If you have seen the signs of bedbug activity, it is usually a sign of a serious infestation. Contact a professional to guarantee all bedbugs are killed permanently.
Preventing bed bugs from entering your home or business can be a challenge. They are usually picked up whilst travelling and are difficult to see. By taking small measures you can help prevent bed bug infestations. Read our page on how to prevent bed bugs for more information.
The problem with bed bug bites is that they can be easily confused with other insect bites. Each person bitten will react differently. Their bites are usually red and itchy. Take a look at our article what do bed bug bites look like for more information.
Where do bed bugs bite? The face, neck, arms, hands, legs, and feet are all common areas for bites. Bedbugs will bite any exposed skin.
Bed bugs are found in virtually any place people tend to gather. They remain as close to their host as possible and feed during the night, which is why you will usually get bitten whilst sleeping. Read more on where do bed bugs come from here.
How to get rid of bed bugs? Bedbugs cannot survive when exposed to temperatures above a certain threshold. Our bed bug heat treatment works to eliminate bedbugs by subjecting them to high temperatures.
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