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Long considered eradicated in most metropolitan areas, bed bugs are making a comeback. They are being found in cities across the country, everywhere from homeless shelters to five-star hotels. Contrary to popular belief, the presence of bed bugs does not indicate a lack of cleanliness.

Why Have Bed Bugs Returned?

In the past, insecticides such as DDT helped to keep the bed bug population at bay with residues that continued working after the product was sprayed. Now, with the increase in use of bait traps instead of broad spectrum sprays, specific pests such as ants and cockroaches are being targeted, and bed bugs are no longer being eliminated.

In addition, people now travel more than ever before. Places that see a great deal of turnover such as hotels give bed bugs the opportunity to travel to new locations on luggage or clothing.

Why Are Bed Bugs a Problem?

Bed bugs are nuisances and are generally off-putting to people, but they do not pose any major health risks. As with mosquitoes, people can be allergic to their bites, which can cause swelling, itchy welts and in some cases infections. However, they are not known to carry any blood-borne diseases. Bed bugs are mainly active at night. As they typically feed when people are sound asleep, their bites may not be detected immediately. One species of bed bug feeds primarily on humans, but there are other species that feed on other mammals and on birds. Bed bugs are moved into and around a dwelling through infested furniture and bedding. They can also enter a home or hotel by being carried in on clothing or luggage.

Identifying Bed Bugs

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Pest Control Canada Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are one of the most frustrating pests to have living in your home, especially because it invades a space that is meant to be restful and relaxing. But instead results in lack of sleep and possible bite marks. We understand the impact of bed bugs on your life and are here to help you.

We offer a thorough treatment consisting of steaming, spraying, powder, and fogging. When the technician comes in, they will do an inspection. they will start with a hot steaming of the mattress, which helps kills the eggs. This is followed by a residue spray on all baseboards, headboards, footboard and drawer. They will apply a powder to cracks and crevices and at the end they will release a light fog in the air which help pulls the bed bugs out of their hiding spots to come in contact with the chemicals. After the treatment is done the house owners will have to be out of the house for 2-4 hours. Call the office back for a follow up service 2-3 weeks later.

Adults, nymphs, and eggs must be eliminated to get rid of the entire infestation. Sometimes a second treatment is required.

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by Katherine Cook, KGW Staff

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Posted on January 17, 2014 at 9:09 AM

PORTLAND -- A Northeast Portland High School has been dealing with a creepy problem: bed bugs.

"We were all squeamish and 'Eww,'" said Christina Rilatt, secretary at Alliance High, Meek campus, on Northeast Alberta Court.

According to district officials, an English teacher discovered the first bed bug in his classroom last week. Instead of throwing it away, he put the bed bug in a container and showed it to pest control.

Without that positive identification, we wouldnt have able to treat the problem so quickly, said Portland Public Schools spokeswoman Christine Miles.

On Thursday, the district brought in a "bed bug-sniffing dog," to sniff the entire school. The dog discovered traces of bed bugs in seven lockers, a classroom and pile of clothes that had been donated.

"All of those things were steam-cleaned," said Miles. She said this was the first time the district had ever dealt with bed bugs at any of its schools.

Miles said district officials werent sure where the bed bugs came from. They believed they have solved the problem, but to make sure, they planned to bring back the bed bug-sniffing dog in a couple weeks.

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