Bed Bug Bites - Infestation Treatment

The first step for treating bed bug infestations is knowing what you are dealing with. You need to be aware of the signs and symptoms of bed bug bites. These pests are common and it can be hard to get rid of them. One reason for this is that they are oftentimes not detected until they have reach large numbers.

Bed bugs abhor sunlight and will shun it whenever they can. They are most active mornings just before sunrise, when most folks are still in bed. For these insects, this is a most opportune time to feed, especially as their bite is not immediately felt. In fact, the victim may not feel the irritation for hours after the bite. The first symptom is usually an itching sensation, caused by an allergic reaction, and not easy to overlook.

The diagnosis of bed bug bites isn't easily made either. In general, they are manifested as elevated reddish areas or as flatter, welt-type spots that closely resemble mosquito bites. When you have many bites that are reoccurring, it is an accurate indicator of "bed bug bites". Since the bed bug's saliva includes an anticoagulant that facilitates feeding off your blood, you might observe distinctive drops of blood on your bed sheets.

Now that you know that bedbugs are the problem, you will know how to best deal with them. Don't think that they are like cockroaches who live in dirty environments. Bedbugs are attracted to carbon dioxide. Since we exhale carbon dioxide, they are attracted to us. It is best to take multiple measures to address the problem comprehensively.

Since the bugs we have been talking about can't be killed by pesticides. In order to get rid of these pesky bugs, you first need to vacuum the mattress and box spring. This will suck up any bugs or eggs that are still on the surface. After vacuuming the surface, make sure to wipe your bed frame with rubbing alcohol to kill the bugs. Next, use a steam cleaner to clean the mattress and the box. This will hopefully solve your bug problem.

Once you've done this, eliminate any stray adult bugs you might see. If possible, buy neem oil. This is very effective in eliminating the bugs. Finally, as an added precaution, buy impermeable covers for both the bed and box spring. This should eventually take care of any others that may have been left behind.

However, the most effective treatment is prevention. Most people pick them up while staying at hotels or motels, or at friend's homes. If you're moving into a new place, inspect carefully for signs of dead or living bugs. Remember, once you have them, they can be difficult to get rid of.

You need to be aware of the signs and symptoms of bed bug bites. These pests are common and can be hard to eradicate. One reason for this is that they are oftentimes not detected until they reach large numbers. Bed bugs prefer the dark and will generally avoid sunlight. Their main feeding is in the early hours of the morning just before sunrise while most people are still asleep. Their bites will show up after several hours. Initial signs include aggravating itch triggered by the body's allergic response to the bite. Now that you know the problem, you need to know how to treat bed bug infestation.