Bed Bug

Pest Control 

Bed bugs are small, oval-shaped, and usually are a red or brown color. They do not commonly carry diseases, but their bites can cause allergic reactions and irritation, similar to a mosquito bite. Some people are more allergic to bed bug bites than others, and if you are dealing with a bed bug infestation, it can be quite uncomfortable. Bed bugs are found all over the world, and once they are established somewhere, they are challenging to get rid of.

Bed Bugs Spread Most Often Through:

• Traveling or staying in places with bed bugs, such as hotels and hostels

• Luggage that’s been checked on a plane

• Second-hand upholstered furniture and mattresses

• Public transit

• Neighboring buildings or apartments

To avoid bringing bed bugs into your home, you should be careful while traveling. Check the bed, box springs, headboards, and around picture frames before unpacking, and if you see signs of bed bugs, it’s best not to stay there. When packing and once you’ve returned home, it’s a good idea to inspect your luggage and clothing again, just to be safe.

Additionally, you should avoid picking furniture off the street and buying second-hand upholstered items from sources you do not trust. If you live in an apartment building and have heard that a neighbor has bed bugs, you should do a thorough check of your own home as they are known to move between apartments.



Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation

Many people erroneously assume that bed bugs are attracted to dirt and garbage, much like the assumption about cockroaches. However, this is not the case. You can have the most pristine home on the block and still get bed bugs. Bed bugs feed on blood, like mosquitoes, and are instead attracted to people. Do not be embarrassed about bed bugs. Instead, call a Sacramento bed bug exterminator, like North American Pest Management.

If You Notice Any of the Following Things, You May Have Bed Bugs: