Indications Of A Bed Bug Infestation

 Monday, October 10th 2022, 4:00 AM

Signs Of Bed Bugs To Look Out For

San Jose, United States - October 10, 2022 /Habitat Pest Control/

Bed bugs cause inconvenience, property losses, and expenses in the US and worldwide. Though not known to spread any disease, they cause itching and disturb sleep. Constant scratching due to itchiness can lead to secondary skin infections. Though bed bugs are not dangerous, medical attention may be required if there is an allergic reaction to their bites.

Bed bugs may be found in most areas where people sleep. The cleanliness of the area is not a factor that deters their presence. They can be found in apartments, hotels, dorm rooms, cruise ships, buses, and trains. Because bed bugs are considered public health pests, they must be controlled and prevented as far as possible. When signs of bed bug infestation are present, there are methods to exterminate them. In this article, Habitat Pest Control shares how homeowners can identify the presence of bed bugs. Habitat Pest Control, San Jose, CA,  has a decade of experience in the pest control business. The team is committed to providing the best pest control possible with a year-round advanced pest control service.

Signs of Bed Bugs 

1. Fecal Spots

A very common sign of when bed bugs are present is their fecal spots. They are dark spots on bedsheets, pillowcases, mattresses, sofas, curtains, etc. They may be black or brown. 

2. Strange Smells

A weird, musty odor in a room could be because of bed bugs. Bed bugs can produce a strange sweet or musty odor. When no particular source (like unattended laundry) can be identified for an odor, bed bugs may be the culprit.

3. Bite Marks on Skin

Bite marks on the skin are the most common sign of bed bugs. They can be in a cluster or line. The bite marks may be very itchy. They may be noticed when people wake up in the morning or are on a sofa without any other identifiable reason. Bed bug bites can be differentiated from mosquito bites by their unique pattern. Bed bug bites are usually present in a cluster or zig-zag patterns with 3 to 5 bite marks on the skin. People with sensitive skin can develop allergies or severe skin irritation from bed bug bites.

4. Blood Stains

Blood stains on sheets indicate the presence of bed bugs. Bed bugs feed on human blood. They can get crushed when the people shift or roll over when asleep. The crushed bed bugs leave blood stains that may be rust-colored or black on the sheets, pillowcases, and mattresses. 

5. Bed Bug Eggs

Tiny, oval-shaped, pearly white bed bug eggs are a definitive sign of bed bugs. They are around 1mm in length and are found around where adult bugs feed on human blood.

6. Pets Develop Scratching

Pets are also affected by bed bugs. If pets scratch themselves more than usual or become increasingly restless, it may be because bed bugs bite them. 

7. Bed Bug Shells

The discarded casings of young bed bugs are called bed bug shells. Finding these in homes indicates the high probability of a bed bug infestation. These shells are found wherever bed bugs breed or hatch. Bed bug shells may be seen in the seams of mattresses, upholstered furniture, and wooden furniture nooks. It is easier to spot bed bug shells than actual pests. They are translucent and white or yellow and look like hollow bed bugs.  

The home needs pest control if any signs of bed bugs are noticed. Even when bed bugs are suspected, homeowners can call a professional pest control company to inspect the house for bed bugs. Homeowners who need bed bug extermination in California can contact Habitat Pest Control. This pest control company offers commercial and residential pest control services in San Jose and the Bay Area in California. Habitat Pest Control advises preventative measures against bed bugs be taken. But once there is a bed bug infestation, heat treatment or bio-pesticide treatment may be done. Habitat Pest Control integrates non-chemical and natural pest control solutions for homes and businesses. This locally owned and operated pest control company delivers prompt, same-day service in the South Bay Area. Residents of the South Bay Area who need pest control, including bed bug extermination, can contact Habitat Pest Control on the phone number 001 (408) 922-9898.