Bed bugs are small, brownish insects that feed on human blood. They have existed for over 3,300 years and can be found in many places like homes, hotels, and public transportation. Bed bug bites can cause skin rashes, allergies, and even psychological effects. There are over 90 bed bug species worldwide, with three that feed on humans, including the common bed bug and tropical bed bug. Signs of a bed bug infestation include small reddish or blood spots on furniture, eggs laid in dark areas, and a foul odor from scent glands. Bed bugs hide in mattresses, furniture, cracks, and other areas. Their bites cause itchy bumps and swelling and home remedies can help

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Bed Bugs - From the Bed and Beyond

2. Bed Bugs are small, brownish blood-sucking
bug which usually feeds on human blood,
mostly at night.
They exist for more than 3,300 years and are
found everywhere, including hotels, schools,
offices, residencies and even public
transportations.
Bed bug bites can result in skin rashes, allergic
symptoms and psychological effects as well.
The worst part is that identifying bed bug bites
is hard as they are usually confused with bites
from another pest, making it difficult to detect
bed bug infestation and opt for correct bed
bug pest control treatment.
What is a Bed Bug?

3. You’ll be surprised to know that there are around
90 species of bed bugs exists in the world. Luckily,
only three of them feed on humans and out of
which two are found in Australia.
They are:
 C. Lectularius - Also known as “Common Bed
Bug”, this is one of the most widespread
species across the globe. Being adapted to
temperate climates, they usually feed on
humans.
 C. Hemipterus - Known as Tropical Bed Bug,
this species usually prefers higher temperature
and humidity and are usually limited to
tropical regions.
Different Types of Bed Bugs?

4.  Small reddish-brown faecal spots on mattresses or upholstery
 Bloodstains on your sheets or pillowcases
 Cream coloured eggs – usually laid in dark areas
 Eggshells, or shed skins in beds and their other hidden place
 A foul odour from the scent glands of bugs
Signs of Bed bug Infestation

5.  Mattresses, sheets and
blankets
 In crevices or wall cracks
 In between the cracks of
wooden floors
 Carpets
 Loosened edges of
wallpaper
 In seams and cracks of
furniture
Where Do Bed Bugs Hide Themselves?

6. Signs:
 A burning, painful sensation
 A raised itchy bump on the
skin
 Redness, swelling, and itching
Home Remedies:
 Cool compresses
 Apply a blend of water and
baking soda
 Oatmeal baths
 Try OTC medications to
combat itching
Symptoms:
In very rare cases, some people
develop severe reaction from bed
bug bites and require medical
attention:
 Blisters
 Fever
 Feeling nauseous
 Irregular heartbeat
 Difficult breathing
Bedbug Bites – Symptoms, Signs & Home Remedies

7.  Thoroughly wash, clean and vacuum all the
bedding and surfaces
 Steam clean carpets
 Wash bedding and affected clothing in hot water
and dry them on the highest dryer setting
 Thoroughly scrub mattress seams by using a stiff
brush to remove bed bugs and their eggs
 Frequently vacuum your bed and surrounding
area.
 Repair cracks in plaster. Also, if there’s any
peeling wallpaper glue it to avoid any places
where bed bugs can hide.
 Get rid of clutter around the beds
 Hire a professional bed bug exterminator to get
rid of bed bugs completely
Effective Bed Bug Treatment

8. A licensed and qualified pest control expert will inspect the property and
determine the extent of bed bug infestation.
After the inspection, the team will use eco-friendly and certified pesticides to
get rid of bed bugs from the property.
Recurring visits can ensure that the bed bugs at various stages of the lifecycle
have been eradicated.
Also to avoid future bed bugs infestation, opt for good hygiene practices such
as regular house cleaning and vacuuming mattress, etc.
However, avoid vacuuming immediately after the treatment to ensure that the
residual pesticide isn’t removed.
Hiring a Professional Pest Control Operator

9. Protech Pest Control
4/11 Cooper Street, Campbell field,
VIC 3061, Australia
Mon to Fri - 8:30AM to 5:00PM
Muzi Tsolakis – 1300 486 149
https://www.protechpestcontrol.com.au
Don’t Let Bed Bugs Disturb Your Sleep!
Get in Touch with Protech Pest Control For Safe, Effective & Affordable Bed Bugs
Treatments!
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