In a densely populated city like New York, bed bugs are a common phenomenon. Be it houses, dorms, hotels or hospitals, bed bugs manage to creep into any human space. NYC bed bug infestations might be normal, but that doesn’t mean it should be tolerated.
Bed bugs are one of the most notorious invading pests. They feed on human blood and usually attack when the person is sleeping. A bed bug infestation in the house can lead to allergies, sleeping problems and an overall drop in quality of life.
Bed bugs can come at any time, and anywhere. Lack of hygiene, contrary to popular belief, is not the reason why bed bugs invade your resting space. Bed bugs can come into your room, house or building through used furniture, borrowed clothes, luggage, old mattresses and many other ways.
Once they are in, they are hard to eliminate. Bed bugs hide between mattresses, in bed cracks, drawers, cupboards and in walls. Millions of residents in the US have bed bugs biting them at night, and eliminating this invasive creepy crawlies is indeed a challenging task.
“Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite!”
Bed bugs are nocturnal and only come out at night to feed. Their bite marks can leave unsightly blemishes on the skin. Having bed bugs can be a source of annoyance and embarrassment, and can greatly affect one’s comfort level.
Nobody wants to stay at a hotel with bed bugs. A hospital with bed bugs would be shut down! You wouldn’t go to your friend’s house for a sleepover if you knew his/her had bed bugs that you could potentially take back to your bed. Our ancestors weren’t joking when they said: “don’t let the bed bugs bite!”
Most bed bugs are good at hiding and are barely ever noticeable – if you do notice one, contact a reliable professional pest control. It can often be difficult to remove pest infestations using home remedies, as the latter only works for mild infestations in small areas.
Organic Pest Control NYC is a reputed pest control company that can handle your bed bug infestation, no matter how small or big it is.
Bed Bugs in New York City
In a densely populated city like New York, bed bugs are a common phenomenon. Be it houses, dorms, hotels or hospitals, bed bugs manage to creep into any human space. NYC bed bug infestations might be normal, but that doesn’t mean it should be tolerated.
With lots of people come lots of rooms, and with lots of places come lots of beds and bed bugs. But there is always a solution! Organic Pest Control NYC has been catering to the pest control needs of the city’s residents with utmost professionalism and dedication for a long time. Choose only the most reliable pest control for your pest problems!
Bed Bug
What Does a Bed Bug Look Like?
One should be able to identify a bed bug, to confirm that there indeed is a bed bug infestation nearby. Bed bugs belong to the family Cimicidae and are small, circular, brown and flat insects. The average bed bug is around 5mm in length.
A female bed bug can lay up to 5 eggs a day, which explains why the infestation spreads so quickly. Bed bugs eggs look like tiny specs of dust. After feeding, the bed bugs often swell up in size and look reddish in color.
Bed bugs feed for around 10 minutes, and then silently move away. Their bites don’t hurt while they are feeding. Bed bugs are hard to detect during the daytime but can be seen creeping out of nooks and crannies at night.
Signs that You Have Bed Bugs
- You might see bed bug bites on your skin – they will look like small red bumps and will be in clusters
- Dark spots on your bed covers – these could be the fecal matter of bed bugs
- Red spots on your bed covers – these could be crushed bed bugs
- Check the gaps between your mattresses. If you have bed bugs, they will be in clusters, scurrying around.
- Look out for stray bed bugs around you. If you see a one-bed bug, you can be sure that there will be others as well.
Where Do Bed Bugs Hide?
Bed bugs are commonly thought of as raiders of the bed, but that is not the only place where bed bugs can hide. Bed bugs can hide in a variety of places. It can be under your bed covers, box springs, inside the folds of the mattresses, inside the bedside drawers, inside sofas. They have also been found hiding in piles of clothes, in upholstery, bags, closets and behind wallpapers.
Remember, bed bugs tend to hide around resting or sleeping areas. Don’t just check the bed; check the area around it too! There might even be bed bugs in the stuff you have stored in your garage, basement or attic.
Once you bring them inside – boom! Say hello to a new bed bug infestation. If you have bed bugs at home, they might even crawl onto the clothes of your guests and end up infesting their place as well. A home with bed bugs is a nuisance to the house owner as well as the visitors.
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“Bed bugs tend to hide around resting or sleeping areas. Don’t just check the bed; check the area around it too!”
-Organic Pest Control NYC
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Why Should I Be Worried About Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs are not carriers of any diseases, but they can be an intense source of stress.
- They leave bite marks on the skin that cause blemishes and extreme itchiness.
- In some cases, these bites can lead to allergic reactions.
- If the bite marks are scratched aggressively, they can lead to secondary skin infections.
- Bed bugs leave a weird odor behind when crushed. Your bed covers might smell bad if you have bed bugs.
- Bed bugs can cause sleeping problems. It is hard to have a good night’s sleep when one’s skin is always itchy!
- In extreme cases, bed bugs can lead to psychological disorders.
- Extreme bed bug infestations can ruin your mattress, pillows and other items.
If you have bed bugs in your sleeping space, you will get bitten. Bed bugs need human blood to mature into adults, and adult female bed bugs need human blood to lay eggs. So keep an eye out for these pesky insects!
Bed Bug Bite (Photo: Whitney Cranshaw, Colorado State University, Bugwood.org)
Bed Bug Bites: How Can I Know that It Is a Bed Bug Bite?
Look for the following signs to confirm that you indeed have a bed bug bite:
- Small, red, bumps on your skin
- The bumps will be slightly darker in the center
- These bumps will be found on parts of your body that are exposed while sleeping
- The bumps or bite marks will usually be in clusters or a line
- The bumps or bite marks will give rise to an intense itching sensations
- Mild burning sensation in and around the bumps
If you experience such bite marks along with spotting random bed bugs around your bed, you can be sure that you have a bed bug infestation. Remember that bed bug bites don’t just turn up the very next morning – it can take up to a week for the bite marks to become visible. So if you see bite marks, you can be sure that you have had bed bugs for a while now.
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“It can often be difficult to remove pest infestations using home remedies, as the latter only works for mild infestations in small areas.”
-Organic Pest Control NYC-
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DIY Methods of Bed Bug Removal
DIY methods and home remedies for bed bugs are only effective for smaller, less intense bed bug infestations.
- Diatomaceous earth – sprinkle it on all the bed bug infested areas.
- Alcohol – make a spray of alcohol and water and spray it onto the infested areas.
- Discard heavily bed-bug infested pieces of furniture or clothing.
- Double sided tape – stick it in the corners and alongside the bed and other places. The few bed bugs might get attached to it.
- Vacuum cleaner – intensely vacuum the infested areas, and then carefully dispose of the bag.
It is, however, always best to contact a professional pest control service to handle your bed bug problem. Organic Pest Control NYC will make sure that the bed bugs are eliminated right from their hiding spots; we will also make sure that they do not return. We guarantee you 100% customer satisfaction, and will make sure your building is restored to its previous bed bug –free comfortable space!***
