Getting the Facts Straight About Bed Bugs

There are a lot of fears out there around bed bugs. So it’s important to clear up any misnomers and to also learn, of course, how you can help prevent these villains from coming into your humble abode.

Rest Easier Now That You Know the Facts

Though bed bugs are a real nuisance, experts say you can’t get any diseases from them. However, when they do bite, they sometimes leave welts or, at least, red, itchy marks. A great thing to know, though, is that approximately 30 percent of people don’t react to them at all.

Vigilance is Your Best Friend 

When you’re at a hotel:

• Upon arrival, with a flashlight, lift the sheets and look for them (they resemble apple seeds) and dark-colored spots on the mattress’ edges and box springs. Also look behind the headboard.
• Keep your luggage high on a rack.

When you get home:

• Throw your clothes in the dryer at the hottest temperature possible. That will wipe them all out if you have any. Also, look for them in your shoes and luggage, vacuuming and using a dry scrub brush as well.

Lastly, encase your mattress and box cover in protective coverings.
 
 An important thing to remember, if you ever encounter them at home, is that a professional pest control company can get rid of them.
 
Visit this website to get more information on how to prevent bed bugs and to hire a service to remove bed bugs in Raleigh.