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Bed bugs are a persistent and frustrating pest that can invade your home without warning. Recognizing the signs early is crucial to stopping an infestation before it spreads. Here's how you can identify bed bugs and protect your household.
What Are Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown insects about the size of an apple seed. They feed on human blood, typically at night, and hide in cracks, crevices, and soft furnishings during the day.
Common Signs of Bed Bugs
Bite Marks
Small, itchy red welts on your skin, often in a line or cluster, usually on exposed areas like arms and legs.
Blood Stains on Bedding
Tiny rusty or reddish spots on sheets and pillowcases from crushed bed bugs.
Dark or Rusty Spots
Fecal spots on mattresses, bed frames, or walls, which look like small dots.
Shed Bed Bug Skins
As bed bugs grow, they shed their skins, leaving behind translucent shells.
Musty Odor
A sweet, musty smell, sometimes described as almond-like, may be noticeable in severe infestations.
What to Do If You Suspect Bed Bugs
- • Avoid moving items between rooms to prevent spreading
- • Contact a professional pest control company like Reliable Pest Control immediately
- • Begin preparing for treatment by washing bedding and decluttering
Why Professional Identification Matters
While you can spot some signs yourself, professional inspections are thorough and use specialized tools and lights to find even hidden infestations.
Don't wait until the problem grows! Early detection is key to effective bed bug control. Contact Reliable Pest Control for expert inspection and treatment services in Winston-Salem, NC.
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