Bed bugs are invasive pests that can be incredibly challenging to remove from your home once they've taken over. While DIY strategies can solve some pest problems, professional pest control in San Mateo is often the best way to retrieve a good night's sleep.
In this blog, the Pacific Pest Management experts will show you where to look for bed bugs in San Mateo, explain the symptoms of a bed bug invasion, and share some common causes that might attract these pests. Read on to learn how to get rid of them safely and effectively.
Examining Your Home: Where To Look For Bed Bugs
Thoroughly examining your home for bed bugs is essential. Here are the key places to look for these parasitic pests:
- Mattresses and bedding
- Furniture
- Cracks and crevices
- Electrical outlets and switches
- Nightstands and dressers
- Closets
- Curtains and drapes
- Behind wall hangings
Remember, bed bugs are tiny. They can fit into minuscule spaces. If you suspect an infestation but are unsure, call us to confirm and address the issue. Bites and rashes are often the first signs of a bed bug problem.
Bites And Rashes: Symptoms Of A Bed Bug Invasion
Bites and rashes are common symptoms of a bed bug invasion. However, not everyone will experience visible skin reactions. Still, here are the key symptoms of a bed bug problem:
- Bed bug bites often appear in clusters or lines on exposed skin areas. Your face, neck, arms, and legs might be what they go for first. You might experience anything from redness and swelling to intense itching.
- Some people will develop a rash or hives due to bed bug bites that can be itchy and spread to different body parts.
- Bed bug bites often follow a linear or zigzag pattern because they typically feed multiple times in one area.
- You might not immediately notice the bites, which can take several days to cause symptoms.
If you suspect a bed bug infestation or have unexplained skin reactions, it is time to learn all about the factors that attract these pests to our homes.
Unwanted Guests: Common Causes Of Bed Bug Infestations
Bed bug infestations can occur for many reasons. One common cause is traveling; bed bugs can hitchhike on luggage and clothing, bringing infestations from hotels into your home.
Bringing used mattresses and couches without a proper inspection can also introduce these parasitic pests into a home. You can control this relatively easily if you live alone; however, it is more challenging with shared living spaces as bed bugs can quickly move from one unit to another.
Cluttered spaces can also offer hiding spots for bed bugs, making detecting and eliminating them harder, especially since many people can't easily recognize the signs of a bed bug infestation, allowing infestations to spread unnoticed.
And finally, you can find bed bugs in public transit like buses and trains. You can then carry them home inadvertently. If you have a bed bug infestation, call us right away so we can take care of it for you.
Don't Let Bed Bugs Take Over Your Home: Call Us Right Away!
You can prevent bed bugs from taking over your home and disrupting your peace. Call us immediately if you suspect or have confirmed a bed bug infestation. Our San Mateo bed bug control professionals can effectively tackle even widespread bed bug problems.
Our team will conduct a thorough inspection to identify the extent of the infestation and the areas affected. We will then implement a targeted bed bug treatment plan using safe and efficient methods to eradicate the bed bugs at the source.
Delaying treatment can lead to the rapid spread of these pests and make the infestation more challenging to eliminate. But with prompt intervention, you can prevent bites and potential health risks. Call us today to schedule your bed bug inspection and to learn more about our residential and commercial pest control services in San Mateo.