Have you been wondering where bed bugs come from? If you answered yes, then you want to be sure and read this. You will learn what they are, where they come from and most importantly how to get rid of bed bugs for good.
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Bed bugs are a small nocturnal insect that feed on the blood of humans and other warm-blooded hosts. It is a wingless, rust-colored insect about the size of an apple seed. Bed bugs are attracted by human body heat and they typically like to feed on our arms and shoulders. They are known to feed for five to ten minutes at one time and as it fills with blood, its coloring changes from light brown to rust–red.
Bed bugs come from a wide variety of places. They are passed around on clothing as well as luggage, furniture in hotels, motels, and other places one might stay temporarily. An increase in bed bug infestations may be directly linked with the increase in the number of people who travel. Getting rid of bed bugs is not always easy. Adult bed bugs can survive without a meal for a year or longer in the right conditions. These troublesome pests can be eliminated, usually with the help of a professional exterminator however, there are a few things that you can try on your own.
Thoroughly wash, vacuum or clean all surfaces and bedding
Wash or dry-clean bedding and clothing
Use hot water and a dryer on the hottest setting whenever possible
Steam clean carpets
Although bed bugs can be a problem, you can keep them from spreading with the right treatment and a few simple tricks.
More Information on Bed Bugs
Bed Bugs: Treatment & Tips For Getting Rid Of Them
Bed Bugs: Treatment & Tips For Getting Rid Of Them. No Matter How Clean You Keep Your Home–Bed Bugs Can Thrive As Long As They Have A Host To Feed On: You.
How to Avoid Hand-Me-Down Bedbugs
Advocacy group New York vs. Bedbugs released Bed Bugs in New York City: A Citizen’s Guide to the Problem—27 pages of bedbug stats. They have been campaigning for committees and bills, as well as providing a sort of bedbug support group.
Behavior of bed bugs in response to heat — New York vs Bed Bugs
These studies of bed bug behaviour in order to address the concern of bed bugs simply exiting the hot place for next door are critical. I am looking forward to hearing Raj and Stephen come up with a strategy of treatment.
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Monday, 21. September 2009
Also wanted to add a tip. For stuffed animals or items to large for the Dryer. Place them in Black plastic trash bags, tie them up tight and place in the sun for several hours. The heat will build up in the bag, and kill any live bed bugs, as well as the eggs. I hope this helps.. Thanks for such a great post.
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