Bed bug numbers are on rise all over the world. In fact, some people have even claimed that we’re nearing a bed bug ‘crisis’ as more and more of the pests appear in every corner of the map. They’re notoriously difficult insects to remove and are expert hitchhikers. They attach themselves to your clothes, your … Continue reading How Scientists Have Created a New Pesticide for Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are a nightmare pest and a very difficult one to remove completely. There’s a lot of misinformation regarding bed bugs and like other pests, plenty of the information you know could be myth. Typically, insect fall into two categories. There are insects that rely on human beings as a host, and insects which … Continue reading Do Bed Bugs Only Feed on Blood?
Unlike rodents, they don’t carry diseases. Their bites aren’t painful and there’s little evidence to suggest they have much effect on us at all. Nonetheless, bed bugs and bed bug bites are a complete nuisance. And one which is incredibly difficult to get rid of. After a bed bug infestation, you’ll wake up with itchy, … Continue reading Protecting Your Home from Bed Bugs
All over the world, bed bugs are growing in population. Experts believe the planet is now facing a crisis with the pests as more and more of them appear. As if you didn’t already have enough to worry about, now you need to be extra careful even when you’re sleeping. When you do find these … Continue reading Bed Bugs Getting Stuck in Their Tracks
Unfortunately, at some point, every one of us is likely to come across bed bugs. Not necessarily in our home, either. You could find them in a friend’s home or a hotel you’re staying in. Bed bug numbers around the world are growing, and it’s thought that the world is suffering from something of a … Continue reading What Happens if You Ignore the Signs of Bed Bugs?
If there weren’t already enough things in the world to worry about, recent research has given us even more reason to be concerned about safety in our own homes. We’re not talking about an increase in crime, violence or any other security precautions. Instead, the world appears to be suffering a bed bug population explosion. … Continue reading Bed Bugs: A Global Problem
They’re similar in size, shape, and appearance, and are both capable of causing endless grief. They both feed on blood (human and animal varieties) and leave irritating bites. If your home happens to become infested by either one of them, you’re going to need to take drastic steps to get rid of them. Often, the … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Bed Bugs And Fleas?
Each of us either knows somebody that’s suffered a bed bug infestation or have suffered one ourselves. They’re a constant and seemingly endless pest that affect our travels, our home and even the comfort of our sleep. While any infestation is frustrating because it can ruin our possessions and infiltrate our homes, it can also … Continue reading Do Bed Bug Bites Hurt?
You’ve found the dreaded bites on your skin and further inspection of your bedding has confirmed that you have an infestation of unwelcome housemates – bed bugs. There’s a chance they’ve made a home in your clothing, baggage and other furniture like sofas. Everybody has a trick or technique on how to get rid of … Continue reading Will Heat Kill Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs are an absolute nightmare for homeowners. These pint-sized insects have earned their reputation over the decades by being persistent, evasive, and difficult to control. Once an infestation starts, you’re only left wondering how these pesky creatures found their way into your home; and that’s an important question to answer if you want to … Continue reading The Surprising History of Bed Bugs