Sleep Tight, Don't let the Bed Bugs Bite

I'm pretty confident bed and bugs are two words no one ever wants to hear in the same sentence. Ensure a pest-free sleep by regularly inspecting your mattress and bedding for signs of bed bugs, using protective mattress covers, washing linens in hot water, vacuuming thoroughly, and taking extra precautions when traveling by inspecting hotel rooms carefully and storing clothes in sealed bags upon arrival. 

Key points to prevent bed bug bites:

• Regular Inspections:

  • Use a flashlight to check mattress seams, bed frame crevices, and furniture around the bed for tiny brown bugs or their reddish-brown fecal spots. 

  • Check for signs of infestation when bringing in new furniture or used items. 

• Mattress Protection:

  • Invest in a high-quality, zippered mattress cover specifically designed to prevent bed bug penetration. 

• Laundry Routine:

  • Wash all bedding, pillowcases, and mattress pads in hot water (at least 120°F) regularly. 

  • Consider washing clothes that may have been exposed to bed bugs on high heat as well. 

• Vacuuming:

  • Vacuum your bedroom thoroughly, focusing on areas around the bed, especially along seams and under the mattress. 

  • Immediately dispose of the vacuum bag in a sealed container after each use. 

• Travel Precautions:

  • When staying in hotels, inspect the mattress and bed frame for signs of bed bugs. 

  • Keep luggage off the floor and store clothes in sealed bags upon arrival home. 

• Clutter Control:

  • Declutter your bedroom to minimize hiding spots for bed bugs. 

• Professional Treatment (if needed):

  • If you suspect a bed bug infestation, contact a professional pest control service for effective eradication methods.