Signs of Bed Bugs in Homes

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Inspecting for bed bugs regularly is strongly recommended. To determine whether there is an infestation, there are several bed bug signs. Green Heat recommends checking mattresses, box springs, headboards, and other crevices to determine if there is any bed bug activity. This page explains various signs and symptoms of bed bugs and what to do if bed bugs infest the home or workplace. The best advice when inspecting homes is to look into seams of mattresses and other dark areas. Bed bugs love to hide in darker areas, away from light, therefore checking at night can be the best time to find the critters.

Early Signs of Bed Bugs

Bed Bugs Visible

Bed Bugs can grow to the size of an apple seed and usually have the shape of one as well. At full adult size, they are brownish, however, at earlier stages, bed bugs are more clear and light in colour. Once they feed, bed bugs can be quite large and engorged. Typically, bed bugs nest close to where humans sleep. They usually hide in wooden beds, but also headboards, end tables, pictures, books, linen closets and other tiny crevices. During breeding stages, there are limited signs of bed bugs, as they are not as visible. Be sure to visit Green Heat’s link on bed bug pictures to identify them more easily. Bed Bugs Pictures

Bed Bug Fecal Matter

The little critters leave fecal matter and it is one of the early signs of a bed bug infestation. It is a small, dark stain of dried blood and is visible in various places. Usually, bed bug fecal stains show up near the nesting grounds. Although, they may appear randomly on pillows and bed sheets. The moment bed bug fecal matter is evident, Green Heat’s Technicians can easily identify it. This usually means the client is in a more advanced stage of Bed Bug Infestation. Individuals check into hotel rooms regularly. Green Heat recommends checking mattresses and box springs. Check light-coloured areas in the room such as baseboards and linens for fecal matter, as it is very visible in these areas. The following link contains a video of bed bug fecal matter. Bed Bug Feces

BED BUG BITES

Bites are common, but not a sure tale sign of bed bugs. Although bed bugs do bite, signs are not always visible signs on every person. Every individual reacts differently, but most individuals show red itchy bumps on their skin. It is important not to itch these red bumps, as it will worsen the reaction. The human source does not show any bites or signs of bed bugs and therefore, many infestations spread and get worse. Contact Green Heat for an in-person inspection and act sooner rather than later. It may save many households a lot of stress and money in the long run.