Bed bugs are nasty parasites that require a blood meal to survive. They have a life span of about a year, and they are brownish red in color.
They are so hard to eliminate as they are incredibly persistent and skillful at hiding. Regardless of how well they hide, there are certain signs that certainly give them away:
- Bed Bugs: Infant about size of pinhead while the adult is about the size of an apple seed. (#1)
- Black Dots: Which are actually digested blood (aka feces). (#2)
- Pearly Eggs: Oval shaped, size of a pinhead. (#3)
- Bug Skins: When molting into adults, they leave behind their skins. (#4)
- Blood Stains: Little rust spots found on sheets, pillowcases, pajamas, etc...
- Bites: Itchy bug bites on the body, usually next to each other.
This evidence can be found along the seams and edges of mattresses and box springs as well as the headboard and footboard. However, bed bugs are no longer found in the bedroom! They migrate to other rooms such as the living room, home office, etc. They can even "hitchhike" and be moved to other places. They can be transported by luggage, clothing, beds, furniture, and other items. Secondhand beds, couches, etc. is another way that bugs can be transported.
Bed bugs are not only found at home. There is a higher risk for those places that have a larger turnover of occupants such as hotels and apartments. Recently, they have been found in movie theaters, hotels, office buildings, etc.
Bed Bugs can be challenging to eradicate. According to the University of California stated, "The best approach is to combine chemical and non chemical tactics with increased sanitation and habitat modification practices." Calling a professionally trained extermination company is the most effective solution in eradicating bed bugs.
Bug Cops Pest Control has a TACTICAL PLAN of ACTION that has proven to successfully eradicate bed bugs. It's time for some serious action now!
WHAT TO EXPECT?
The first step is to call 904.264.3308 to schedule your beg bug inspection.
Then, we will begin treatment immediately.
Bed bugs are not typically eliminated in one treatment, it may require two treatments. After treatment, we will return for an inspection. At that time, we will know if additional treatment is required at no additional cost. It all depends upon the level of infestation and how complicated the situation is.
