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How to Tell If You Have Bed Bugs

IPM Pest and Termite • Dec 05, 2017

IPM Pest & Termite of Lexington, KY are here to help you determine if you have bed bugs, and to help get rid of them if you do.

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There are a lot of creepy crawlers out there, and unfortunately, some of them live in your home. No one should have to worry about bugs crawling around your bed while you are sleeping. If you’re unable to tell if you have bed bugs, they can live in your home for quite some time and even spread to other people. How can you tell if you have bed bugs? There are many signs that can indicate the presence of these unwanted house guests, and we want to share them with you! At IPM Pest and Termite, our exterminators are certified with the proper skills it takes to inspect your home, determine whether you are hosting bed bugs, and get rid of them without having to destroy your beloved furniture. If you fear you have been housing bed bugs, give us a call today so we can put you at ease.

It can be scary to think about your body being picked at by tiny brown bugs while you sleep, but they don’t have to take over your home. Bed bugs can be prevented. First and foremost, always make sure you inspect any furniture or clothing for any signs of bed bugs, because one can turn into hundreds. While you are cleaning your home, be sure to inspect it visually. Bed bugs are known to be around other bed bugs. They like to hang around their host. A host can be something like the corner of a wall or the base of your sofa. That’s why it can sometimes be hard to realize that you even have a bed bug infestation. Also, be aware of yellowish flakes around your home. These flakes are caused by the bed bugs shedding their skin before they reach adulthood.

Just like a mosquito bite, bed bugs bites can cause small red bumps that can swell. They have similar symptoms like itching. However, some people don’t show symptoms at all. If you fall asleep and wake up with several small red bumps, it is unlikely that a single mosquito would be able to cause that. It may be a sign you have bed bugs. Another way you can determine whether you’ve been sleeping with the enemy is if you ever notice red spots on your sheets that look like they might be blood. They are blood stains, and they are caused your body crushing the bed bugs while they are sleeping.

If you do come across this problem, the exterminators at IPM Pest and Termite will come up with a plan to treat and control it. The best thing about controlling a bed bug infestation is that most of your items in your home can be saved, so you won’t have to throw them out and replace them. Since 2004, we have been servicing homes and keeping them pest free! It would be our pleasure to provide your home with our professional services. We are located in Lexington, KY, and we are proud to serve the surrounding areas

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