With many people traveling this time of year it is a good time to address the subject of bed bugs. Of course, no one wants to think about this topic, but sad to say, bed bugs have become a problem in many hotels and homes. So, how can you tell if bed bugs are present in a house or hotel?
In order to find out if somewhere has a bed bug problem, it’s a good idea to know what they look like. Bed bugs are rust-colored with flat oval-shaped bodies. However, bed bugs are so tiny, especially when newly hatched, that you are more likely to detect signs of their presence rather than the bug itself. What signs might you observe?
Mattresses or bedsheets may have small stains on them which would be the result of fecal matter or body parts. The room may also have a musty smell to it. You might experience itchy bumps on your skin if you are bitten by them. Don’t let their name fool you as bed bugs are also found in picture frames, soft furnishings, books, and clothing, etc.
Bed bugs are easy to transport from one place to another in luggage or other items, so it can be quite easy to bring bed bugs into the home. If you do find them the main thing is not to panic and try to remedy the problem yourself, as you may end up making it worse. The better thing to do is contact a pest control company experienced in bed bug removal, who will be able to advise you.