Our Pest Library
Why Do I Have a Bed Bug Problem?
Many people believe bed bugs infest homes and other structures lacking cleanliness. However, the truth is that these pests can hitchhike into any of our Boston homes. Whether your home is cluttered or clean, you can experience a problem with bed bugs.
People come into accidental contact with bed bugs in many places, including apartments, schools, hotels, amusement parks, cruise ships, airports, and dorm rooms. The more people coming and going from a space, the more likely bed bugs will be introduced. After they crawl onto you or into your personal belongings, they will move wherever you take them, often into your home.
Where Will I Find Bed Bugs?
After being introduced into a home, bed bugs will look for a dark, quiet daytime hiding spot that puts them close to their hosts. Bed bugs are nocturnal and feed at night on their unknowing hosts while they sleep. Some of their most common hideouts include the seams of mattresses, box springs, and upholstered furniture. They also hang out in bed frames, headboards, cracks in walls, and under areas of dirty clothes or clutter.
Since bed bugs are nocturnal, it can take time to notice an infestation. We have compiled a list of common bed bug signs to help you identify a problem with bed bugs sooner rather than later.
Signs of bed bugs include:
- Dead or live bed bugs in or around your bed
- Piles of shed insect skins under mattresses or on the floor
- Blood drops or dark streaks on bedding, pillows, or mattresses
- A sweet, unpleasant, musty odor in certain areas of your home
The best way to identify the infestation is with the help of an experienced professional. If you have any notion that these pests may be in your home, immediately reach out to us so we can perform a thorough inspection and perform our effective bed bug treatments.
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