Dealing with a bed bug infestation can be incredibly stressful. Adult bed bugs are about the size of an apple seed, and their eggs are even smaller, so they can be difficult to spot.
Their small size, coupled with the fact that they can get into tiny crannies, such as folds in bed linen, between mattresses and bed frames, and even behind skirting boards or loose wallpaper, makes getting rid of bed bugs incredibly difficult.
That’s why you need a professional bed bug treatment from BH Pest Control. We work with homes and businesses throughout Milton Keynes, removing bed bugs for good.
Using the latest top-quality bed bug removal solutions, we can ensure that the infestation is completely gone. From eggs to bed bug larvae and adult bed bugs, we can eradicate these pesky insects at every stage of the bed bug life cycle.
To learn more about our bed bug control service, call 01908 412488, and a member of our friendly team can discuss your pest control needs.
Signs Of A Bed Bug Infestation
The small size of bed bugs means that they can be difficult to see, unlike larger insect pests or those that congregate in groups, such as ants, cockroaches and wasps.
Instead, when it comes to spotting a bed bug problem, you usually see the signs first, including:
- Bed Bug Droppings: Although they’re small, bed bug droppings are usually found in large quantities. These dark red droppings are a sure sign of bed bugs.
- Bed Bug Eggs: Bed bug eggs look like small, milky-white grains of rice, and are usually found in crevices such as between sofa cushions or under your mattress.
- Shed Skins: Small shed skins that look almost identical to bed bugs themselves but are translucent in colour and appear empty are commonly found in homes with a bed bug infestation. These skins are often easier to spot than live bed bugs as they don’t move around.
- A Musty Smell: Large bed bug infestations can cause a distinctive musty smell, which is a combination of dead bed bugs, faeces and their shed skins.
- Red Itchy Welts: Bed bug bites often cause red, itchy abrasions to the skin, particularly after you’ve been to bed or resting on the sofa.
- Specks Of Blood: If you see blood on your mattress or bedding, then this is a sign that you’ve been bitten by bed bugs, or have squashed some as you moved around the in the night.
As soon as you notice any of these signs of bed bug activity, you need to be proactive and contact us. Our team can assess the scale of the bed bug infestation and get to work using effective treatments to remove these irritating pests.
The Importance Of Professional Treatments For Bed Bugs
Bed bugs can be incredibly tough to remove yourself, especially since they’re so small they can be tough to spot. Also, what often starts as one or two bed bugs can very quickly become a full-blown bed bug infestation.
The typical lifespan of a bed bug is between 3 months and a year, but they can lie dormant for up to 12 months.
Despite their short lives, bed bugs can do a lot of damage during that time, causing serious skin irritation. A bed bug bite can be itchy and uncomfortable,
It’s hard to see bed bugs with the human eye, and despite their name, these minuscule insects can infest more than just bedding.
In addition to your bed, mattress, and bed frame, they can also get into soft furnishings such as sofas and armchairs, behind wallpaper, and other nooks and crannies.
These infested items can be difficult to identify and clean when carrying out a DIY bed bug treatment, which is why many homeowners find bed bugs come back after trying to remove the infestation themselves.
To remove your bed bug problem and ensure it can’t return, you need to work with the professionals at BH Pest Control. Get in touch to book your visit today and start your journey towards a pest-free property.
Get Quality Bed Bug Removal In Milton Keynes With BH Pest Control
Bed bugs can cause major issues in your home or business. Like fleas, bed bugs feed on human blood meal, meaning they will bite you, your family, guests or customers. They can cause itchiness and even skin infections or an allergic reaction in some cases.
For businesses, bed bugs can lead to reputational issues. They’re often found in hotel rooms, which can lead guests to avoid your premises over hygiene fears. They’re also common in office buildings and hospitals.
While offices will find them an inconvenience, they’re particularly dangerous for hospitals and healthcare providers, as they might find that they lose their right to operate until the infestation has been removed.
Due to their small size and ability to hide in soft furnishings and small crevices, it can be difficult to get rid of bed bugs without professional help. Bed bugs go through all their life stages between 3 and 12 months, but they can lay dormant inside an infested room for up to a year if they can’t find a food source. Since they eat human blood, that means they’ll hide until a room is in use again and then reappear.
To remove bed bugs and stop them from coming back, you need expert support from BH Pest Control. We can treat all infested areas quickly and efficiently, using solutions not available to the public but only to RSPH Level 2 certified experts like us. Call 01908 412488 to book your bed bug removal treatment and reclaim your space.
