Bed Bugs Control Guide
Complete guide to bed bug detection, treatment options, and prevention while traveling
Signs of Bed Bugs
- ⚠ Small, itchy bite marks in a line or cluster pattern on skin exposed during sleep
- ⚠ Tiny rust-colored blood stains or dark fecal spots on sheets, pillowcases, or mattress seams
- ⚠ Live bed bugs (small, flat, reddish-brown insects about the size of an apple seed) hiding in mattress seams or crevices
- ⚠ A sweet, musty odor in the bedroom that intensifies as the infestation grows
Prevention Tips
- ✓ Inspect hotel mattresses, headboards, and luggage racks before settling into a room when traveling
- ✓ Encase mattresses and box springs in bed bug-proof encasements with zipper locks
- ✓ Launder and dry all clothing and bedding on high heat after returning from travel
- ✓ Avoid bringing secondhand furniture into your home without thoroughly inspecting it first
- ✓ Reduce clutter around sleeping areas to eliminate harborage spots and make inspections easier
DIY between pro visits — these are the products our readers use most.
Home Defense Perimeter Spray
Creates a barrier at entry points
Termite Bait Stations
Underground colony eliminators
Bed Bug Killer Spray
Fast-acting, odorless formula
Electric Mosquito Zapper
Covers up to 1.5 acres outdoor
Ultrasonic Rodent Repeller
No traps, no poison, no mess
Protective Gear Kit
Respirator + gloves for safe application
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