Are bed bugs dangerous?

Bed bugs are not usually considered dangerous, but they do present problems when living inside near people. Those who are allergic to bed bug bites will develop an itchy, red rash that can become infected. While bed bugs are typically considered nuisance pests, they can also harbor some disease-causing pathogens.

Additionally, their excrement and feeding habits can stain walls, floors fabrics, mattresses, and box springs. In the case of a significant infestation, you may also notice a sweet, musty smell. Finally, their presence can lead to increased stress levels for you during the day and disrupted sleep at night.

Why do I have a bed bug problem?

Bed bugs can be a difficult pest to avoid. They are small, live in almost any public place, and can stay hidden from sight. Bed bugs hitchhike their way and thrive in any home – big, small, neat, or cluttered. These pests only care about being around people to feed. They enter homes unnoticed and hide in dark, hard-to-reach areas during the day; they emerge to feed at night when our body heat and the carbon dioxide that we produce as we breathe attracts them. Bed bugs are prolific breeders, and a small infestation that goes unnoticed can become very large in a short time.

Where will I find bed bugs?

It is better to ask where aren’t bed bugs found. The truth is that bed bugs live in almost any public place that people visit. Houses, hotels, hospitals, airports, libraries, movie theaters, office buildings, and dormitories are just some examples of the places you may find bed bugs.

After hitchhiking into a home, these blood-suckers typically reside in sleeping areas, hiding out in the seams of mattresses and box springs or cracks found in wooden furniture, walls, or floors. Over time, as their population grows, they will move throughout the house – infesting multiple rooms and levels and hiding out in upholstered furniture, in wall voids behind outlets, behind wall hangings, and in electronics.

How do I get rid of bed bugs?

If you are looking to get rid of bed bugs from your Memphis property, the professionals at Dart Pest, Lawn & Wildlife are here to help. Our EPA-trained and certified technicians will solve your bed bug woes once and for all! Our affordable ongoing bed bug control services protect people, homes, and yards from bed bugs and our area's most common pests. To learn more about our exceptional residential or commercial pest control services, reach out to Dart Pest today!