Bed Bug Identification & Prevention

Bed bugs are external parasites that look a lot like ticks and mites. Despite their appearance, they are, in fact, insects. Though they may not be related to ticks and mites, they have a lot of the same survival strategies. The main survival strategy they share with ticks and certain mites is that they feed on your blood.

Bed bugs, specifically, are one of the few pest species that have evolved to specialize in humans. They infest our homes and sneak out to feed on us while we sleep. This can allow them to go undiscovered, sometimes for months or even years. Unfortunately, this gives them ample time to breed, which is one of the reasons why bed bug removal is so difficult.

As a general rule, bed bugs are not dangerous. They don't sting, they're not venomous, and they are also not known to spread any diseases. Even so, bed bugs are a lot more than a nuisance because they can disrupt your sleep.

It's hard not to get insomnia when you know that you're going to be bitten by tiny bugs every time you sleep in your own bed. This is why bed bugs are still a big deal, even though they are not technically dangerous.

A lot of people think that they can avoid bed bug infestations by keeping their houses clean. But the unfortunate reality is you can wind up with bed bugs anytime and anywhere, no matter how clean you keep your house. This is because bed bugs don't actually need dirt to thrive.

These sneaky little hitchhikers can hide out just about anywhere, including hotels, laundromats, public transportation, secondhand shops, and more. If you come into contact with them, they will hide in your clothes and belongings and hitch a ride home with you. That's all it takes to get a bed bug infestation: being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Bed bugs are crafty little devils, and you will find them hiding just about anywhere. Most people think bed bugs only hide in your mattress, but they can hide in a lot more places than that. For instance, bed bugs have been found in places like:

• Under keyboard keys
• Behind light switch covers
• Inside sofa and bed frame joints
• Beneath appliances
• Between carpet fibers

Pretty much anywhere that is large enough for a bed bug to squeeze its body inside can provide a hiding place for these pests.

Home pest control and commercial pest control in Georgetown is one of the toughest pest control goals to accomplish. It is very easy for bed bugs to breed and spread all over your house before you realize you have them. When this happens, simply treating your mattress will not do any good.

That's why you should contact us here at Georgetown Pest Control as soon as you see signs of bed bugs. Our bed bug experts pack solutions that are a lot more effective than some baking soda or bed bug fogger you can buy at the store. If you let us handle your bed bug problem, you can rest assured it will be gone for good. So don't wait. Call us for your bed bug consultation!

The best way to prevent bed bugs is to be careful when you travel and when you shop secondhand. Avoid shopping in places like thrift stores and garage sales if you can. If you can't, always inspect your items for signs of bed bugs before bringing them into the house.

Also, inspect your hotel room for signs of bed bugs before settling in for the night. When traveling, keep your belongings off the floor and apart from those of other travelers. Vacuum out your luggage and wash your clothes on high heat when returning from a trip. This way, you can avoid picking up bed bugs when you travel. And if you do wind up with a bed bug infestation, call the best local pest control for bed bugs around: Georgetown Pest Control!