There are a lot of myths about bed bugs out there, but one of the ones we hear a lot is that bed bug bites are the first sign of an infestation. However, this isn’t always true. Not only can those bites be from some other critter, but it’s also entirely possible you could be … Read more
Of all the pests out there, bed bugs are one of the most feared and frustrating to deal with. These tiny critters are most often associated with the bedroom, but are capable of infesting your entire home. Depending on the level of infestation, you might be brave enough to tackle these pests on your own … Read more
We talk a lot about certain critters on this site, some far more than others due to the number of species or difficulty in control involved. A perfect example of this is the infamous bed bug. When you hear the term, you likely immediately associate the words bites and bombs, but that’s only part of … Read more
Nearly 100 years ago, bed bugs were nearly wiped out in the US, thanks to the many new pesticides that were created. However, the survivors developed an immunity to these treatments and eventually came back with a vengeance. Today, the appearance of bed bugs can close down businesses and schools, their mere name invoking dread. … Read more
Bed bugs are one of the most irritating pests that infest the homes of people or hotel rooms that they stay in. These little bugs can be extremely hard to eliminate, and therefore, it becomes essential to know about their infestation when they’re low in numbers. For that, finding bed bug poop is one of … Read more
One of the biggest defenses against bed bugs and other pests is proper education. Not only does this include carrying out periodic inspections and knowing what to look for, but also knowing how to tell facts from fiction. In the case of bed bugs, there are quite a few myths out there to bust. The … Read more
Bed bugs are perhaps the most notorious household pests out there outside of rats, roaches, and relatives. These tiny critters are well known for their bites as well as how difficult it can be to get rid of them. But it may not always be easy to avoid an infestation if you’ve been exposed to … Read more
“Good night, sleep tight. Don’t let the bed bugs bite!” You’ve probably heard this little mantra countless times during your life, but have you ever stopped to consider just how unique it is? It’s been proven fleas were responsible for the Bubonic Plague, but there’s no bedtime mantra about them. Or what about ticks which … Read more
One day you wake up to find little red dots which seem to form little trails. Immediately, you realize this is one of the telltale signs of bedbugs. But do you really have an infestation? It might surprise you to know that you can have bed bug bites without bed bugs and vice versa. Of … Read more
It’s never pleasant to wake up in the morning to discover red, itchy spots on your body. Even worse, after some examination to find out what bit you, you discover it was bed bugs. These nasty little critters strike quietly, and often the only signs you’ve been exposed to one is the trail of red … Read more
