Understanding Bed Bug
Bed bugs are small, flat, reddish-brown insects that feed on the blood of humans and animals. Although they are not known to spread diseases, their bites can cause itching, allergic reactions, and significant emotional distress. Bed bugs are expert hiders, making them extremely difficult to eliminate without professional help.
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Nocturnal Feeders: Bed bugs are most active at night when people are sleeping.
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Attracted to Body Heat and Carbon Dioxide: They locate hosts by sensing heat and breath.
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Hitchhikers: Bed bugs easily travel from place to place by clinging to luggage, clothing, and furniture.
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Rapid Reproduction: A single female bed bug can lay hundreds of eggs in her lifetime, causing infestations to grow quickly.
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Hiding Spots: Common hiding areas include mattresses, bed frames, couches, baseboards, and electrical outlets.
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Small, reddish-brown bugs on mattresses or furniture
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Rusty or dark stains on sheets and mattresses (bed bug droppings)
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Tiny white eggs or eggshells in mattress seams and crevices
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Itchy red bites, often in a line or cluster, especially on arms, neck, and legs
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A sweet, musty odor in heavily infested rooms
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Resistance to Pesticides: Some bed bugs have developed resistance to common treatments.
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Excellent Hiders: They can live in the tiniest cracks and crevices.
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Fast Breeders: Infestations can spread rapidly if not addressed early.
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Long Survival: Bed bugs can live for months without feeding, making it challenging to starve them out.
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At Dr. Pest, we offer professional bed bug control services using:
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Comprehensive inspections to find all hiding spots
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Targeted heat treatments and safe chemical applications
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Preventive education to reduce the risk of re-infestation
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Follow-up services to ensure complete elimination
We tailor every treatment to your specific situation for the most effective, long-lasting results.
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If you suspect bed bugs in your home or business, don’t wait.
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