Insects are oftentimes deterred by specific scents like tea tree oil, lavender, and peppermint. This is fairly common among all insect species, including bed bugs. While bed bugs tend to avoid unappealing scents, they cannot possibly avoid them all. Unfortunately, the available information is construed, causing much confusion in the pest control industry. When it … Read more
Natural Bed Bug Repellents – Keeping Bed Bugs At Bay Ever since World War II, bed bug sightings have been reported all over the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. Unfortunately, little has been done to stop the spread of these tiny insects. Of course, some countries have taken the initiative to bring public … Read more
A sighting of a few bed bugs does not always represent a full-blown infestation. However, it is enough to cause concern because these insects waste no time getting comfortable in their new environments. In fact, a single bed bug could transform into a major problem if left untreated. A sighting of one or more bed … Read more
Bed bugs exhibit some very strange behavior when it comes to survival. For example, the desperate bed bug will prey on unaware people, hitching a ride on their clothes, pets, luggage, and purchases, such as used furniture and stuffed animals. Since bed bugs tend to feed at night, they are able to maintain a low … Read more
Bed bugs infestations occur in multiple stages, with the first being the least serious, but the most difficult to detect. This basically means, by the time the bed bugs are detected, the problem is nearing a severe infestation. The only solution is a thorough visual inspection by a licensed exterminator or certified pest control technician. … Read more
