Bed Bug Questions Answered!
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on human blood. Although active at night while people sleep, they strike during the day if hungry.
Yes. Adult bed bugs have flat, rusty-red- colored oval bodies that resemble an apple seed in size, shape and color, easily seen with the naked eye. Bed Bugs have become masters at hiding. They hide away in cracks, crevices, screw holes or other places on or around the bed frame, baseboards and surrounding furniture and clutter. It is difficult to see or find a bed bug when it is hiding.
Bed bugs live in mattresses. Contrary to popular belief, they cannot travel through fabric. Mostly, we see them crawling on, around and under it. Bed bugs travel through rips or holes in a mattress. This makes it possible for the bugs to live inside mattresses and box springs. It is far more common that bed bugs live along the folds and seams of a mattress’s exterior. We find them in cracks and holes in the bed frame or surrounding baseboards, flooring and furniture.
According to the Mayo Clinic, The CDC and EPA bed bug bites are not considered as a medical or public health hazard. These organizations agree bed bugs do not spread disease.
Most common way to get bed bugs.
In most cases, people carry bed bugs into their homes unknowingly, in infested luggage, furniture, bedding, purses or clothing. Bed bugs travel between apartments through small crevices and cracks in walls and floors.
You may notice itchy skin welts. Visual signs of bed bugs include small bloodstains from crushed insects, or dark spots from their droppings. It is often hard to see them because they hide in or near bedroom furniture. We pull back the mattress near the head of the bed.
You may want to consider hiring a bed bug sniffing dog. The dogs are able to tell if you have bed bugs long before you will see visual signs.
Get Rid of Bed Bugs.
You can find non-toxic DIY techniques and non-toxic consumer-grade products that are effective for killing individual bugs. However, they should not be used for elimination of an established infestation. DIY products don’t have the pervasiveness to reach and kill all bed bugs living in a dwelling. Residual insecticides that stay active for weeks at a time are a necessary component for eliminating bed bugs completely. These commercial grade insecticides will continue to affect any bugs that come out of their hiding places long after the exterminator visit.
You may notice itchy skin welts. Visual signs of bed bugs include small bloodstains from crushed insects, or dark spots from their droppings. It is often hard to see them because they hide in or near bedroom furniture. We pull back the mattress near the head of the bed.
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Elizabeth Singleton2024-10-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. UPDATE - OVER 30 DAYS AND NO BED BUGS SURVIVED! I discovered bed bugs in my home. Instead of a general exterminator, I thought a company named Affordable Bed Bug Exterminator must specialize in the problem. I was right. From my first telephone call answered by Doug through the exterminating process, where the gentleman was kind enough to turn out all the lights when he left, I am 💯 % pleased. Discovering a colony at 430 am freaked me out and despite knowing better, I still felt like I was at fault. Growing up there was a stigma in having bed bugs. I started researching what to do and quickly decided I needed a professional. Doug answered the phone. He reassured me and made me feel less disgusted with myself. He answered all my questions from how could this happen to me to details on each chemical being used. He advised they have done over 5000 homes, that long-term experienced people make a difference in getting rid of bed bugs, that legally I didn't have to tell neighbors but to check my HOA rules, and that he could have someone exterminate my place the next day. The only prep work I had to do was stripping my beds and packing up those linens to take somewhere with a dryer. Based on my description, my infestation was moderate. The cost of $600 was less than I expected. Their success rate averages 95% as some bugs have developed resistance to some chemicals. Following the 30 days, if I saw them still active, I could get a 2nd treatment with a 4th kind of chemical for $150, which then was 99% effective. I made an appointment. The gentleman showed up on time. His vehicle did not advertise the company, preventing any embarrassment. He examined my home, listened to my history, explained the process, advised he has 15 years of experience with hed bugs, and explained not to breathe the stuff for 2 hours and then stay out 5 hours to give time for the chemicals to dry, I can sweep but no washing the floors or objects/areas treated so as not to remove the chemicals which continue to work up to 30 days. The process kills the bed bugs in all stages, destroys the eggs, is tracked back to nests, and creates a barrier so they don't visit my neighbors. Furniture would be moved away from walls and chairs, and mattresses, and couches upended. Baseboards, closets, drapes, and outlets were all treated. When I came home, all the above was true. Took me a half hour to put things back in place and restore cushions, couch, chairs, and beds. I have not seen any bed bugs since the treatment yesterday, but he had explained we might see some in the next 10 days but they would be lethargically headed back to their nests (we want them to do so.). Info for everyone. My grandchild had bites a couple of months ago. I slept in her bed and no bites. We thought she just had a stronger reaction to mosquitos. We didn't realize it was bed bugs until my partner was bitten and we saw a few bugs and the signs listed on the Internet. HALF THE POPULATION DOES NOT HAVE A REACTION TO BED BUG BITES. They were still biting me. I just didn't know it. In 30 days I hope to update this with complete success. I know it's a long review but I am sure many have never been faced with this experience and probably have the same initial shock wondering what to do. michelle jaskulski2024-07-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went above and beyond to help us out with last minute service when Batzner left us in a pinch. Customer service and technician were both professional, knowledgeable and helpful. Will be using them going forward! Brittany Sutton2024-02-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank goodness I was not infested with bedbugs. But we did find some. When they said we will get them I was a Little skeptical. But my goodness not seeing anything. Nobody has been bitten and it’s been almost 30 days. Still about 2 weeks left of the 30 days. But yet again I was not infested that bad. Every case is different. But I think for my case case closed. They guaranteed their work and they lived by it gave me a lot of knowledge too, on what to look for. Thank you so much because I have a special needs son. I can’t be having pest running my house. God bless your company. Zakarie Lenski2024-02-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience with Doug and James after bringing extra bed bug friends home after traveling for work. They answered all our questions and understood our slight panic. Doug texted us a video so we could get our place ready for them to come in. Super helpful! Didn’t break the bank and haven’t worried since they left. Thanks guys! mmack20012023-08-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Promptly took care of our problem, James did a great job for me and my downstairs neighbors! I wasn’t able to sleep or relax, this company eased my mind, answered my questions, and did a thorough job. After one round of spray my bb were gone! bradley wollert2023-08-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They were prompt and professional. Martha Hunter2023-05-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently received service from Affordable Bed Bug Exterminators. Their outstanding professionalism and patient question-answering were a delightful surprise. Happy to say my pests are gone and can sleep easy finally! Thanks guys! Kamila Mills2023-05-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This company was a pleasure to work with! They came out within a day, priced far superior to their competitors, and did quality work that solved our bed bug problem. Highly recommended Affordable Bed Bug Exterminators!