2023 has been a bang-up year for bed bugs. If you’ve been paying attention to the news you’ll remember the infestations in Paris and the resulting panic in Germany and England. In short, it’s been a pretty high profile year for pests that depend on their ability to hide. Bed bugs have all but mastered […]
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Bed Bugs and the Holiday Season – Uninvited Guests
The holiday season should be a time of joy, festivities, and gatherings of friends and family. However, along with the celebrations and merriment comes the potential for some uninvited guests. No, I don’t mean know-it-all Uncle Bill or complaining Aunt Mary. I’m talking about bed bugs. These elusive creatures are notorious for infesting homes and […]
Can Bed Bugs Impact Property Values?
Bed bugs, once considered the stuff of bed time stories, have made a staggering comeback over the last several decades. Infestations are on the rise across the country and no neighborhood is truly safe from the blood-sucking insects. When we talk of bed bug infestations the focus is typically, and understandably, on the impact the […]
How to Identify Bed Bugs and Prevent Infestations
You’ve probably noticed that bed bugs have been in the news recently. Paris has been experiencing an unprecedented number of infestations and now, it seems, South Korea is wrestling with its own bed bug epidemic. The scale of these global bed bug infestations has led to a kind of low level panic, with pest control […]
The Hidden Costs of a Bed Bug Infestation
We’ve known for a while now that bed bug infestations are on the rise. These blood-sucking pests are turning up in houses and apartments throughout the country, with no sign of stopping. The physical toll of a bed bug infestation is all too real and all too undeniable. But there are other costs to these […]
How to Prepare for a Professional Bed Bug Inspection
A bed bug infestation can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare. The biting, itching, and sleepless nights can turn your home into a battleground. But finding, and eliminating, bed bugs can be challenging task. That’s why it’s important to call in professional help if you think you may have a growing bed bug problem. Professional inspections […]
Does That Used Car Bargain Come With Bed Bugs? Here’s How to Check!
It seems like the cost of everything is on the rise. From bacon to baby buggies everything seems to cost more. If you’re in the market for a new car you might well get knocked back by sticker shock as you make the rounds of your local dealerships. So maybe a second-hand car would fit […]
Garage Sales – Get the Bargains but Leave the Bed Bugs Behind
Garage sales – like pool parties and backyard barbecues – are a sure sigh that summer is here. As the days grow longer and temperatures start to climb car-ports and garages fill up with bargains. It’s a good opportunity for people to clear out their houses, get rid of some of the clutter, and make […]
10 Tips for Avoiding Bed Bugs on Summer Vacation by Your Trusted Bug Exterminators
The long hot days of summer are here again. School’s out and it’s time to pack up the kids and head out for summer vacation. It’s the time of year we all look forward to. A few weeks where we can set aside our responsibilities and just have some fun. Whatever your destination this year […]
Why Do Bed Bugs Only Bite Me?!
It’s a common question in households struggling with a bed bug infestation. Sometimes it seems like these pests will target certain family members, singling them out for special attention. While some people in the household may escape relatively unscathed, others will suffer repeated attacks from these blood-sucking pests. It’s an all too common scenario, and […]