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South Florida Bed Bug Identification And … – Nozzle Nolen

What do bed bugs look like?

An adult bed bug is the size of an apple seed or 3/16 to 1/4 of an inch long. They are brown and usually flat unless theyve fed then they become balloon-like. Bed bug nymphs are smaller and whitish-yellow (almost translucent) in color. Nymphs are commonly mistaken for book louse nymphs. Both are light colored but the bed bug nymph has a less elongated body. It doesnt look like it has a neck, whereas the book louse does. Bed bug eggs are tiny (the size of a pinhead) and pearl white in color.

Bed bug activity is not influenced by seasonal environmental factors like other insects. They are active year-round and found everywhere in the United States. Bed bugs are especially prominent in Florida as it is a vacation destination for tourists.

A bed bugs favorite host is a sleeping human. They do not feed on the host itself, but on the blood they suck from the host. A common misconception is that bed bugs are the result of dirt or filth. They are an equal-opportunity pest, normally transported in luggage or on clothing, where they quickly invade hotel rooms and mattresses.

Bed bug bites are often slightly swollen red areas that may itch or cause irritation, much like mosquito bites and flea bites. Bed bug bites may be random or appear in a straight line. Its important to note that you may not have any redness or symptoms when a bed bug bites but you could also experience secondary skin infections from excessive scratching at the bite location.

Signs of a bed bug infestation include small blood stains on sheets and mattresses and similar stains at other locations that could be entrances to hiding places. Bed bugs are exceptional at hiding and may be found in popcorn ceilings, the rims of mattresses, under carpets and other small, dark places. It is a misconception that bed bug activity is confined to beds. Other furniture like couches and chairs may become infested as well.

After repeated bed bug bites, the human body will produce antibodies that will cause the area to itch like a mosquito bite. People who suffer numerous bites can also develop a sensitivity syndrome, which can cause nervousness, lethargy and a pale pallor. Currently, bed bugs are not known carriers of disease and are not destructive to property. Though, Bed bug infestations can result in significant stress and economic loss.

First discovered in Florida in the 1930s, tropical bed bugs have not been seen since the 1940s until recently. This strain of bed bug prefers climates that are tropical or sub-tropical, are typically found in Asia and South America, and are thought to have entered Florida via local ports such as Port Canaveral. Like regular bed bugs, they are skillful travelers however it is believed that they reproduce much faster and more frequently. What impact theyll have in Florida remains to be seen but currently it is thought that bed bug heat treatments used on regular bed bugs will be effective against this type.

At Nozzle Nolen, we know bed bugs cant stand the heat. Thats why we use highly effective bed bug heat treatments to exterminate these biting insects from homes and businesses in our Florida service area. We also offer structural fumigation and conventional bed bug treatments. If youre concerned about a bed bug problem, wed be happy to evaluate your infestation and develop a bed bug control plan that suits your situation and budget.

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Bed Bugs – New York City

Information for New York City Residents

Bed bug infestations are increasingly common, but there are steps that can be taken to prevent bed bugs from infesting your home. When bed bugs are present, they can be safely controlled. This web site will help you learn more about how they thrive, how to recognize and inspect for their presence, steps to take to prevent them from infesting your home, how to safely rid your home of bed bugs if they do occur, and also how to select and work with a pest management professional.

Read the guide, Preventing and Getting Rid of Bed Bugs Safely (PDF)

Bed bugs are small insects that are usually active at night when people are sleeping. Adult bed bugs have flat, brown oval bodies and are about the size of an apple seed.

The New York City area has more than 1,000 pest control companies and thousands of licensed pest management professionals. To get rid of bed bugs, you need to choose the right company, be clear about what you want done, and monitor the service you get.

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