What Is the Main Cause of Bed Bugs?

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The main cause of bed bug infestations is accidental transportation from one place to another. Bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers and can travel in luggage, clothing, furniture, backpacks, and other belongings. Once brought indoors, they hide in small cracks and crevices near areas where people sleep or rest.

Bed bugs are not caused by poor housekeeping or an unclean home. Hotels, apartments, homes, dorms, and other spaces can all experience infestations if bed bugs are introduced.

Because bed bugs are small and skilled at hiding, infestations may go unnoticed until activity increases. Knowing the common signs can help you identify a potential problem earlier.

Rocket Pest Control provides professional bed bug control services based on the extent of the infestation and conditions found at the property.

How to Tell if You Have Bed Bugs

Bed bug bites alone cannot confirm an infestation, so look for additional signs around beds, furniture, and other resting areas.

Common signs of bed bugs include:

  • Live bed bugs: Adults are reddish-brown and approximately the size of an apple seed.
  • Dark fecal spots: Small, dark marks may appear on mattresses, bedding, furniture, or nearby surfaces.
  • Blood stains: Small reddish or rusty spots may appear on sheets or pillowcases.
  • Eggs and shed skins: Tiny pale eggs, eggshells, or translucent shed skins may be found near hiding areas.
  • Unexplained bites: Some people develop itchy red bumps after being bitten, although reactions vary and some people show no visible reaction.

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How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs With Professional Help

Professional bed bug control typically begins with confirming the infestation and determining how widely the activity has spread.

  1. Identify the problem: Inspect the property for live bed bugs and other signs of activity.
  2. Prepare for treatment: Follow the preparation instructions provided by your technician based on the treatment method being used.
  3. Treat affected areas: Treatment may involve one or more methods depending on the infestation and property conditions.
  4. Monitor and follow up: Additional inspections or treatments may be recommended to check for remaining activity.

Get Help at the First Sign of Bed Bugs

Bed bug infestations can spread beyond the area where they are first noticed, so early identification can make the problem easier to address. DIY products may reduce visible activity, but they do not always reach bed bugs hiding in cracks, furniture, or other protected areas.

Rocket Pest Control can inspect for bed bug activity, evaluate the extent of the infestation, and recommend treatment based on what is found.

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