Bedbug Control London

What are bed bugs

Bed bugs are small, parasitic insects that feed on the blood of humans and animals. They are often found in bedding, furniture, and other areas where people sleep or rest. Bed bugs are not dangerous, but they can cause a great deal of discomfort and can be difficult to get rid of.

Bedbugs are becoming a widespread issue for households and businesses throughout the U.K. These bugs move around easily by hitching a ride on luggage, furniture and clothing and often end up in people’s homes.

Bed Bugs have an oval body, and are flattened and brown in colour. Adult bed bugs are approximately 4-5mm in length, and nymphs (younger bedbugs) are around 2-3mm. Bedbugs can live for several months without feeding and can go without a blood meal for longer periods if the temperature is cooler.

Due to their small bodies, bed bugs can squeeze into tiny spaces such as bed frames, mattress seams and headboards, making them difficult to spot and treat. Bed bugs are most active at night when they come out to feed on their sleeping human hosts.

Do bed bugs bite?

Yes, bed bugs do bite however they are not dangerous, and their bites are not known to transmit any diseases. Bed bug bites can cause a great deal of itchiness and irritation, and can sometimes lead to secondary infections if they are scratched excessively as well as a range of skin problems.

Bed Bugs generally feed at night when people are asleep. They pierce the skin with their long beak and withdraw blood through a tube-like structure. Bed bugs usually feed for 3-5 minutes before returning to their hiding place. A single bed bug can consume up to 7 times its own weight in blood, which can cause problems for people who are allergic to their saliva. Bed bugs can cause a great deal of itchiness and irritation, and can sometimes lead to secondary infections if they are scratched excessively.

Signs of bed bug bites

If you are noticing bites on your skin and you think they may be from bed bugs, there are a few things you can do to confirm whether or not you have an infestation. Look for small, dark spots on your bed sheets or mattress that may be bed bug excrement. Check the seams and zippers of your mattress, as well as the areas around your bed frame and headboard, for any signs of the bugs themselves.

If you suspect that you have a bed bug infestation, it is important to call a pest control professional right away. Bed bugs can be difficult to get rid of, and can quickly spread to other areas of your home if not treated properly.

Where do bed bugs come from?

Bed bugs can come from a variety of places, including furniture, clothing, luggage and bedding. They often enter people's homes through these items and can be difficult to get rid of. Not only is it relatively easy for bed bugs to infect a home, but they breed extremely quickly, too.

After mating, females lay small, white eggs that are about the size of a pinhead. These eggs hatch into nymphs, which mature into adults in just a few weeks. A single bed bug can lay up to 500 eggs in its lifetime, so an infestation can grow very quickly if left untreated.

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