Canadian media outlets have reported numerous bed bug reports and stories in recent times. Have you wondered if your home has been invaded by bed bugs? Our company has been relied on by numerous families for bed bug services in Ottawa throughout the years.
The First Signs Of A Bed Bug Infestation
The first signs most individuals notice are red and itchy bite marks on their bodies. Bed bug bites differ from other insect bites such as mosquitoes as the former is more likely to show up in rows. Additionally, bites are more common in exposed areas such as arms and ankles. Some people may find the bed bugs themselves in their homes.
What Do Bed Bugs Look Like?
Bed bugs are nocturnal insects that feed mainly on human blood. The insects appear to be small and flat bugs with a reddish brown coloring. The total body length may be approximately 1 to 7 mm. Juvenile bed bugs are translucent and the eggs appear to be small, off-yellow specks.
Other Signs And Symptoms
Other signs of bed bugs are the shed molting and their droppings. The shed molting look similar to the bed bug’s exoskeleton. They are hollow and white to translucent. Droppings look like small black specks. The location of the droppings is an indication of where the bed bugs most commonly reside. The most frequent area that they are found in are the seams of the mattress.
Additionally, small blood stains may be found on the bedding and mattress. Bed bugs’ saliva contain an anticoagulant and an anesthetic. The former allows blood to flow freely from a wound so that the bed bug can feed more easily. The latter prevents the host from feeling the bite and he/she remains asleep. Some individuals report a musty scent in their beds from the bugs.
The Health Implications
Individuals with a bed bug infestation in their home commonly suffer from a lack of sleep. Many report anxiety when they try to fall asleep in their beds because of the fear of being bitten by bed bugs during the night. Some may also experience skin problems which are often worsened by scratching the skin.
What To Do For A Bed Bug Infestation
We recommend hiring only the best pest management company to deal with your home’s bed bug problems. This is because bed bugs are extremely resilient to many common forms of pesticides and traditional bug extermination treatments. Additionally, bed bugs are difficult to eliminate because of their ability to re-infest a home. Worse, bed bugs can travel between walls to your neighbors. It is for this reason that it is recommended that a building is completely treated, even if only one room or apartment shows signs of a bed bug infestation.
Our technicians are highly trained and friendly. Call now and we’ll offer immediate bookings for service and general quotes over the phone. We are ready to take your calls and look forward to hearing from you. Ottawa,ON and Bed Bug Services call (613) 209-1880.
