Are Bed Bugs Impossible to Eradicate?

There are a few types of bugs that are infamous for their ability to survive the harshest of conditions. Bed bugs are definitely on that list. It can seem impossible to eradicate bed bugs because of their size and skill at staying hid. The fact that they are often resistant to DIY treatment methods also makes it seem like the only option when you get an infestation is to burn your mattress and start over.

Bed bugs are small and excellent at hiding

One of the reasons that bed bugs can seem impossible to eradicate is because they are skilled at staying out of sight. Bed bugs are small and can hide in the crevices of your mattress, in your bedframe, and even inside of electrical outlets near your bed. In addition, bed bugs can sneak into your house on clothing, luggage, and furniture without you ever noticing their presence. Oftentimes the first clue that homeowners have about the presence of bed bugs is itchy bites. Bed bug bites typically show up in clusters and may appear to be in a line. If you have unexplained bites then it is time to search for bed bugs. Look in the areas mentioned above for bugs that are small, round or oblong, and brownish/red. If you find bed bugs then the next step is treatment. If you do not find any bed bugs but still suspect their presence then bring in a pest control professional for an inspection.

Bed bugs are often resistant to DIY treatment solutions

Bed bugs can also seem impossible to eradicate because they are often resistant to DIY treatment solutions. There are a couple of reasons why DIY treatments are usually ineffective in eradicating bed bugs. The first reason is that the DIY solutions are often not strong enough to kill off the bed bugs. The second reason DIY treatment solutions are ineffective is because it is very difficult to treat all of the areas where bed bugs are present. If you do not treat all of the areas where bed bugs are hanging out you will only partially eliminate the problem. When you only eradicate some of the bed bugs the infestation will quickly grow back to its previous levels.

There is good news if you are currently dealing with a bed bug infestation-you do not have to burn your mattress. It is possible, with the right treatment, to eradicate bed bugs from your home. The quickest and most effective way to get these pests out of your house-and life-is to hire a pest control professional. A professional will have more success eradicating the bed bugs because they have the equipment and expertise for the job.