Bed bugs are one of the most dreaded types of pests for homeowners. The thought of having blood sucking pests in your bed is simply horrifying for most people. Bed bugs can be a problem throughout the year, but if you plan to travel in the spring you increase your changes of developing a bed bug problem. Fortunately, if you follow a few simple tips you can significantly improve your chances of avoiding bed bugs this spring and throughout the year. 

Bed bugs can cause very serious issues inside your home. They can cause itchy bites all over your body. And, the thought of having tiny blood-sucking bugs in your bed can be enough to send you over the edge. Before you do something drastic like burning your mattress, you should start by determining if you actually have bed bugs. Three ways to determine if you have bed bugs is to do a visual inspection, look for bites on you or your loved one, and get a professional inspection.

Holiday travel can be stressful. The crowds, the rush, and the possibility for delays because of bad weather can really put you on edge. Adding a bed bug infestation to the mix of all the other stressors can turn the holidays from a time for joy to a time of frustration. In order to avoid dealing with a bed bug infestation this winter, you need to guard against them as you travel for the holidays. You can do this by inspecting your hotel room for signs of bed bugs, keeping your clothing and luggage off the floor, and by taking precautions when you return home.

As the holiday season approaches, you likely have a lot of things on your plate. Family and work responsibilities continue and can make the logistics of traveling for the holidays difficult to manage. If you have travel plans for Thanksgiving your main concerns are likely related to nailing down your itinerary, navigating the crowds of people, and enjoying the short time you have with loved ones. Unfortunately, there is another potential concern that you should pay attention to during your travels and that is bed bugs. It is important to keep an eye out for signs of bed bugs during your Thanksgiving travels so you can avoid bringing them back to your home.

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 bothersome pests that can be extremely difficult to eradicate. If you discover that you have an infestation then you need to work with a bed bug professional to develop a plan to address it. One option for treating bed bugs is conventional residual treatment using spray. This is one of the least invasive treatment options for bed bugs. If your pest control professional recommends a spray there are a few things you will need to do to prepare your home for treatment. Below is a list of steps you need to take to prepare your home for bed bug treatment.  

The holidays are a favorite time of year for so many people, and it’s easy to understand why. It’s the best time to spend with your friends or family, even if they live far away from you. But, as with most things, there are still concerns related to traveling. For instance, sometimes people come back with a little cold or flu, especially if you were trapped inside an airplane for several hours. And some folks come back with something worse than a little flu bug – actual bugs.

One thing that can bring your perfect summer to an absolute halt is bed bugs. These dreaded pests are highly common at any place that a large amount of people go in and out of on a daily basis. Bed bugs feed on human blood so they tend to stick around places like airports, libraries, and yes, hotels. Imagine planning everything in your summer getaway perfectly and arriving at your hotel to find that it’s infested with bed bugs. Or even worse, staying in a room that’s infested without you even realizing, and dragging them back home with you!

Nobody wants to have to deal with bed bugs. Not only are they hard to find and get rid of, but they actually suck your blood. The best way to avoid having to deal with bed bugs is by preventing them in the first place. Check out our “dos and don’ts” for making sure the bed bugs don’t get into your house, and dealing with them if they do: