Help! I think I Have Bed Bugs. |
Posted: September 15, 2019 |
Help! I think I Have Bed Bugs.
Bed bugs are almost everyone’s worst nightmare. Just thinking about them sends some folks into a panic stricken state of anxiety. If you are susceptible to anxiety, bed bugs and the thought of bed bugs can worsen it.
Bed bugs are parasites that feed on human blood. They can feed on other animals but they prefer humans.
Unfed bed bugs are small flat brownish insects that hide in cracks and crevices. Once they take a blood meal they become red, engorged looking, and elongated.
If you think you have bed bugs the first step is to hire a professional for an inspection.
A K9 inspection for bed bugs is the most accurate way to determine whether or not you need to start a treatment plan. If the K9 gives you the all clear then at least you have peace of mind that there are no bed bugs in your home. The peace of mind that a K9 inspection for bed bugs can give you is priceless.
Just look up certified K9 bed bug teams in your area on the NESDCA or WDDO websites. Each organization lists certified teams by state.
If the K9 team finds bed bugs or bed bug evidence (fecal matter and shed skins), then the next step is to hire a bed bug specialist pest control professional to help you get rid of them.
If you can’t afford to hire a pest control company and live in a multi unit dwelling check your state laws. Your state/city (like New York city) might be one where it is the landlords responsibility to provide treatment.
You can also use DIY methods for bed bug eradication. I highly suggest checking out facebook groups or forums before you start on a DIY path to get rid of bed bugs. These groups usually have tons of resources and proper ways to handle bed bug infestations.
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