Bed bugs are found all across the world and can infest anywhere.
It’s very important to note that bed bugs do not discriminate based on cleanliness, hygiene or people’s socioeconomic status. They are found in all sorts of environments as they are attracted to the warmth and carbon dioxide of humans and animal. Their preferred food is human blood and not dirt and food. Therefore, you are more likely to find them where people sleep or rest such as homes, hotels, hostels, care homes and hospitals.
Bed bugs in the UK often originate from travel and second-hand furniture. When you return from trips abroad or within the UK, bed bugs may hitchhike in your luggage and clothing. Additionally, purchasing used furniture without thorough inspection can introduce bed bugs into your home. Regular inspections and careful handling of travel items can help prevent infestations
Here’s a brief summary of the most common places where bed bugs come from:
Travel: Bed bugs are hitchhikers and are transported from one place to another through your luggage and personal belongings. Bed bugs commonly infest hotels, hostels and other holiday accommodation. If you have unknowingly stayed in an infested place, you may transport them to your home or another place.
Used Furniture: Bed bugs love to hide in secondhand furniture, especially in mattresses and sofas. If you purchased second-hand furniture that is infested, the bed bugs will be transported into your home.
Infested Items: Bed bugs also infest items like clothing and bedding. If these items are brought into your home from a infested environment, the bed bugs will also be introduced
Visitors and Guests: Visitors or guests to your home or business can transport bed bugs with them without knowing if they have been exposed to a bed bug infestation elsewhere.
Public Transport: Bed bugs are sometimes found on public transportation, such as buses, trains and planes. Infestations on public transportation are pretty rare, but not unheard of.
Adjacent Apartments, Flats or Homes: In multi-room pleaces like apartment buildings, terraced houses or hotels, bed bugs can easily move from one area to another through walls, electrical outlets, or plumbing.
Bed bug infestations can be caused by a variety of factors. Understanding the common causes of bed bug infestations is crucial in preventing and addressing these problematic situations. One factor that contributes to bed bug infestations is travel, as these pests can hitch a ride in luggage or clothing.
In most cases they hitch rides in suitcase, clothing, and furniture, allowing them to enter undetected. When buying second hand furniture from online marketplaces or stores, it is always advised to ask whether they have had previous issues with bed bugs and avoid purchasing if there has been any history of a bed bugs.
These pests can crawl through tiny cracks and crevices in walls, floors, and furniture, enabling them to infiltrate homes and businesses. Taking precautionary measures such as regular inspections and thorough cleaning can help prevent the entry of bed bugs, but its never guaranteed.
Bed bugs can be traced back to ancient times when they infested caves and fed on bats. These pests have evolved over centuries, adapting to human environments, spreading through trade and travel. They can be found anywhere from homes to hotels, hostels and even transport. It is always recommended to monitor bed bugs and act quickly if any infestation is seen, speak with one of our experts to find out more.
If you think a bed bug infestation at your home or business, it’s vital to take immediate action to address the problem as bed bugs can multiply and spread rapidly. Professional pest control services are necessary to permanently eradicate a bed bug infestation. ThermoPest always recommends a bed bug heat treatment for effective and permanent extermination of bed bug infestations. Give us a call or pop us an email today- our friendly team are always happy to have a chat about your pest issues and answer any questions you may have.
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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