Have you or a loved one woken up with red itchy bites that look like clusters or lines? This may be the first indication of a bed bug problem. Time to investigate. To help determine if you have a bed bug problem here are a few other signs:

• These little pests are hard to see, but not impossible. Bed bugs are small and vary in size but adult bugs are about the size of an apple seed and appear brownish red. They don't like to be seen and come out in the night to feed so be thorough with your search looking around all the nooks and crannies of your furniture.

• Dark brown or red marks or spots on your fabrics and bedding are evidence of fecal matter

• Pale-colored egg capsules or skins

If you notice any of these signs give us a call right away before an infestation gets too far out of control.

Bed bug infestations can be very nuanced and hard to control. Here are a few reasons why hiring a professional like A1 Pest Control is worth your time and money: 

• Infestation size can vary: bed bugs reproduce rapidly, laying hundreds of eggs over a few weeks 

• Method of identification: we have the experience and equipment necessary to quickly determine the scope of the problem. Bed bugs oftentimes nest in hard-to-find places like inside electrical outlets and inside your furniture

• Treatment safety: you want to make sure the treatment you choose is applied properly. With store-bought products and DIY methods, it's hard to know if you are doing it right. We have gone through extensive training and have specialized equipment that can handle the problem safely and effectively. 

If you have bed bugs in your home, don't feel embarrased. One out of every five people have experienced a bed bug problem or know someone who has. It happens! So how did they most likely get in?

Well, bed bugs are essentially hitchhikers!  This means you brought them in after a trip or vacation or they came in with a piece of furniture that wasn't inspected. 

They cling onto things like clothes, or bedding and then make there way out at nights to feed. Warm blood is what they feed on and thats why they often nest near bedding of humans and animals.

We would recommend washing your belongings in hot water when returning from a trip and even vacuuming to help eliminate any unwanted stragglers.  Make sure to ALWAYS inspect a recently acquired piece of furniture before bringing it into your home.

Again, these things happen frequently so rest easy by calling us today if you have any concerns.