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Protecting your Family from Bed Bugs

8/20/2023

 
Bed Bug Pest Control Edmonton
​It's no longer rare to encounter bedbugs in unexpected places such as retail stores, movie theaters, and campsites. These pesky bugs can be a real pain, which is why it's crucial to safeguard your family, particularly the young ones, from them. Here are some suggestions to help you begin:

Protect Against Bed Bugs

​Begin by checking your house thoroughly for indications of bedbugs. Examine furniture and bedding for dark stains and small, reddish-brown insects. If you happen to come across any of these signs, it is crucial to contact an expert exterminator right away.
 
To safeguard your family from bedbugs, it's important to maintain a clean home by regularly vacuuming. This will eliminate any bedbugs that may have entered your home along with their eggs. Dispose of the vacuum bag outside your home after each use.
 
To prevent getting bedbugs, it's best to avoid sitting or sleeping on public furniture when you're out. These bugs are often found in such settings, so it's important to be careful. If you do get bitten, cleanse the affected area with soap and water and use an antiseptic cream.
 
When you are traveling, it is important to check your hotel room or rental before unpacking. Be on the lookout for any indications of bedbugs, like dark stains on furniture or bedding, or small insects. If you happen to find any, it is crucial that you contact the hotel or rental management immediately.
 
Your family can be safeguarded from bedbugs and the unpleasantness they bring about by following these uncomplicated measures.

How to Tell If You Have Bed Bugs

If you notice a series of red bumps on your arms in a line pattern, it could be a sign of bedbugs in your home. Don't just check the bed, but also examine other furniture and hard-to-reach spots like sockets and picture frames for any signs of an infestation. Full-grown bedbugs are roughly ¼ inch long and have a lentil or apple seed shape, while the babies are smaller and colorless. Keep an eye out for "bedbug dirt," which looks like black pepper, and dried blood spots on your bedding from their feeding sessions.

Educating on How to Identify Bed Bugs

​If another household brings in bedbug-infested items, these pests can easily invade your home. To avoid such an infestation, make sure to thoroughly inspect any items that are brought into the house, such as camping gear or backpacks. Teach your children how to identify bedbugs by comparing them to the size of an apple seed. It is important to inform them that if they ever come across similar bugs, whether at home or at a friend's house, they need to inform you immediately.

What to Do When You Confirm You Have Bed Bugs

​It is crucial to seek expert help when dealing with a bed bug infestation, as DIY methods are not effective in eradicating the issue. It's best to address the problem at the early stages to prevent it from becoming more severe. Don't assume they're gone just because you haven't seen any evidence or been bitten in a while - bedbugs can survive without feeding for up to a year and can lay up to 500 eggs in their lifetime. Professional pest management services possess the necessary tools, products, and techniques to effectively treat current and future infestations. For guaranteed success in bedbug treatment, reach out to us at Professional Pest Management. We provide customized treatment plans, prepare your property for treatment, carry out treatments, and offer follow-up visits if required.

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