Bed Bug Pest Control

Bed Bug Identification

Bed bugs are small, flat, and oval-shaped insects, typically reddish-brown in colour. Adults are about 4-5 mm long, similar in size to an apple seed. They have six legs and small, non-functional wings. Common signs of a bed bug infestation include:

• Bites: Red, itchy welts on the skin, often in a line or cluster.
• Droppings: Tiny dark spots on bedding or mattress seams.
• Blood Stains: Small, reddish stains on sheets or pillowcases.
• Eggs and Shells: Tiny white eggs or shed skins around sleeping areas.

Bed bugs are nocturnal and often hide in cracks and crevices during the day.

Bed Bug Advice

At Blades Pest Solutions, we recommend a thorough approach to managing bed bugs:

• Inspect Bedding: Regularly check mattresses, box springs, and bed frames for signs of bed bugs.
• Vacuum Thoroughly: Vacuum carpets, upholstery, and along baseboards to remove bed bugs and their eggs.
• Wash and Heat Treat: Wash bed linens, pillowcases, and clothing in hot water and dry on high heat to kill bed bugs.
• Declutter: Reduce clutter around the bed to minimise hiding spots.

Bed Bug Treatment

Blades Pest Solutions has several options for bed bug control:

• Heat Treatment: We use professional heat treatments to eliminate bed bugs by raising the temperature in infested areas.
• Insecticides: We apply targeted insecticides to areas where bed bugs hide, using products that are effective yet safe for use in homes.
• Monitoring: We set up bed bug monitors to track the infestation and ensure treatment effectiveness.

Bed Bug Facts

• Disease Transmission: Bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases but can cause discomfort and secondary infections from scratching.
• Nocturnal Feeders: They feed on blood primarily at night, making their presence more noticeable when you wake up with bites.
• High Reproduction Rate: Bed bugs can lay up to 5 eggs a day, leading to rapid population growth if not controlled.
• Resistance: Bed bugs have developed resistance to some insecticides, making professional treatment often necessary.
• Hiding Spots: They can hide in a variety of places, including mattress seams, bed frames, and even behind wallpaper.