Whether you’re in a hotel, shelter, summer camp, or your own home, the last thing you want to do is wake up itchy and covered in bug bites. Unfortunately, virtually nowhere is safe from bed bugs, which have been deemed a public health pest by various respected agencies, including the CDC and EPA.  The small, […]

If you’ve ever encountered bed bugs, you know they are a pain to get rid of. They multiply quickly and silently attack anyone close enough to bite, leaving behind unpleasant, itchy marks.  Many people know they can jump—but can bed bugs climb metal or other smooth surfaces?   One way bed bugs enter your home is […]

How do you know if your home is free from bed bugs? The good news is that bed bugs are one type of critter that you can spot with the naked eye, whether they are alive or dead. Learning how to spot a dead bed bug is a bit tricky because they are quite small, […]

Are you frustrated by a bed bug infestation in your business or home? Many people mistakenly believe that these bugs only come out to feast when the lights are off. They assume this is why they are so hard to spot — because they go into hiding whenever you turn the lights on, similar to […]

If you’ve just seen a dead bed bug, chances are you’re feeling confused, alarmed, and even a bit freaked out. We can’t blame you — bed bugs can be notoriously finicky to deal with, and if you happen to find one that’s dead, there’s always a possibility that more will follow.   Typically, if you’ve noticed […]

It starts with a gentle itch. Then the irritation gets worse. You check your skin to see if there’s been something that resembles a bite mark. Could it be the dreaded bed bug in your home? Or is it a brush with scabies? If you can’t see either of them, how are you supposed to […]