subject: What To Do When You Find Bed Bugs [print this page] The classic saying of, "don't let the bed bugs bite" has an all new meaning when you discover an infestation in your bed. The very thought of such things makes most people itchy. There are several causes for these bugs to appear and there is also a great way to get rid of them. First, one has to identify the problem before they can solve it. So how do you know if you have bed bugs? Look for the clues.
First, bed bugs really do bite. In all actuality, that is probably the main clue one gets when they are realizing the infestation. They are tiny. They are not always easy to spot. This is also true because they are great at hiding. They typically come out at night and are rarely caught in the act. Those who are dealing with these bugs will undoubtedly see red bites on their bodies without being able to account for where or how it has happened.
In addition to the little red bite marks on your body, you can also tell if you have bed bugs from a few other clues. Bed bugs often leave a trail of waste behind them. You should notice on your mattress some indications of blood, feces, old skins, eggs and even dead bugs. Something else that can help you know if you have them is to look in the nook and crannies of your bed; underneath your mattress, linens, carpet and curtains. You are more likely than not to find an offender if you know where to look. Now that you know if you have bed bugs or not, you can move onto the important part - getting rid of them. So how do you get rid of them?
There are several home remedies that suggest ways to get rid of bed bugs. The best advice, though, is to leave serious work like this up to the professionals. Pest control is fully equipped to exterminate your problem and they can do so much faster and much more effectively than the average homeowner can. Getting rid of them does not mean just spraying them; it also means removing all of their traces they have left behind. Mattresses, sheets, linens and possibly even bed frames that have been contaminated with these bugs should be disposed of.
Pest control professionals can help you to get rid of bed bugs the proper way. If you need to get rid of pests, the best way to do so is to call an exterminator in your area.
