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ATLANTA, Sept. 29, 2014 -- /PRNewswire/ --A new survey of apartment residents reveals two key findings about the most common and most feared pests inside apartments: flies are the most common pest cited in apartments and bed bugs are the most feared.

Most Common Pest: Flies

Eighty-five percent of survey respondents said they have encountered a pest in the past year and flies were the most common, followed by ants, cockroaches and rodents. While flies may appear harmless, they can, every time they land, leave behind thousands of germs that can cause serious illnesses such as diarrhea, food poisoning, meningitis and bloodstream infections.

"Many may not be aware that house flies are absolutely filthy in fact, twice as filthy as cockroaches. The survey results we released earlier this summer show that the health threats flies pose are often underestimated," says Orkin entomologist and Technical Services Director Ron Harrison, Ph.D. "It's important that everyone understands the magnitude of these health threats so that they can help prevent the transmission of dangerous diseases and bacteria."

To prevent fly activity, apartment residents should:

Most Feared Pest: Bed Bugs

Thirty-nine percent of survey respondents stated they would least like to see bed bugs in their apartment, followed by rodents, cockroaches, ants and flies.

Bed bugs feed only on blood and some people who are bitten experience itchy red welts and swelling. Bed bugs are not only in bedrooms, but can settle wherever people sleep. They are great hitchhikers and travel in personal belongings and luggage.

"Bed bugs can reproduce quickly, so it's important that apartment residents notify property managers of any evidence that causes them to suspect bed bug activity," says Paul Rhodes, National Maintenance and Safety Instructor of NAAEI. "Early detection is key to help prevent a much larger infestation from setting in. To help prevent their occurrence, properties can be active in removing furniture abandoned at onsite trash locations, and ensure that residents are aware of dangers associated with bringing home 'found' items."

Unlike with other pests, sanitation is not an influential factor in bed bug infestations. For this reason, it is important that apartment residents practice vigilance within their apartment units, as well as when they travel, by following these steps:

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A few years ago bed bugs seemed like a myth and were only heard of through a nursery rhyme. However in recent years, bed bug cases have been more common and an increasing problem in major cities with international travel continuing to rise and the 1972 ban of DDT. It is not uncommon to find bed bugs even in nice hotels. Because bed bugs disfavor bright light, they are mainly active at night. Bed bugs have a tiny flat oval body which allows them to hide easily.

Waking up with itchy or bruised skin is a common sign of a bed bug problem. Although they are called bed bugs, they do not just live in beds. Clutter, baseboards, carpeting, sofas and other furniture are all posh resorts for bed bugs. Fortunately, a bed bug problem is entirely controllable under professional care. Using state of the art equipment and techniques, our certified technicians will inspect your homes environment and construction to identify the problem and determine the best course of action. We are committed to providing a quick, affordable, and most importantly, effective solution to your pest problem, and we take every measure to protect you and your familys safety throughout the process. So whether you suspect you have a bedbug problem or just want to make sure you never get one, we have the expertise and training to get rid of your unwanted house guests for good.

Besides gross, bed bugs are nocturnal insects that feed on human and pet blood. They need a blood meal in order to grow and produce eggs. They are about 1/8 inch long and reddish-brown (after feeding) with oval, flattened bodies. During the daytime, they hide in cracks close to where humans sleep, such as voids in mattresses, box springs, bedframes, pictures, baseboards, and headboards. Attracted to body heat and carbon dioxide, they can easily locate humans at night to feed. The only good thing associated with bed bugs is that they do not typically spread diseases.

Usually bed bugs are imported into a home through old furniture, beds, visitors, and luggage from a recent trip. Contrary to the common myth, cleanliness is not a determining factor when it comes to bed bug infestations. All that is required for bed bugs to thrive is an abundance of cracks in which to hide and the presence of warm-bodied hosts. A sure sign of bed bugs is when you see tiny reddish-brown bugs along the seams and crevices of your mattress, small blood stains on your mattress, and most obviously, if you start waking up with bruises and red bite marks on your body.

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1. Is the landlord responsible for bed bug treatment costs or is the tenant? It is becoming a more common practice that tenants sign a bed bug affidavit when signing a lease. The main purpose of this form is to place treatment costs on tenants. From the landlords point-of-view this problem came from the tenant and so the tenant should be responsible for costs associated with it. While this seems reasonable it also raises a few more questions, such as question 2 and 3. 2. How do we know the tenant brought the problem? For a bed bug infestation to begin someone had to bring them in and the most likely culprit is the tenant. 3. What happens when tenants cant afford to pay for remediation? While the landlord may choose to evict the tenant and keep the deposit, it isnt always a simple decision. Landlords should consider the tenants history do they pay on time, are they a good customer, have they had any problems in the past, are they a good neighbor, etc Landlords should also consider the cost of letting the customer leave what is the likelihood of renting the unit, how long it will take, what will it costs to make it ready for the next tenant, etc Considering our current tough economy, the answer to these last questions may often determine which course of action is best. 4. What are other states doing? Currently two states are fighting a severe battle against this pest, New York and Ohio. Both states require landlords to take action and even have hotlines for tenants to call to report bed bug problems. In New York, bed bugs are a Class B violation, which means that they are considered hazardous. Landlords have 30 days to correct the problem and must keep it corrected. Another question comes to mind 5. Why are New York and Ohio putting responsibility on landlords? The simple answer is they are targeting the person with the deepest pockets in an attempt to keep this problem from getting worse. 6. What are the pros and cons of bed bug affidavits? Pros: The main two benefits are that treatment cost is transferred to tenants and the landlord can evict tenants if necessary. Cons: Because tenants may not be able to or simply wont pay for treatment they take matters into their own hands or say nothing at all. This means they may use unsafe chemicals in excess to correct the problem. Another more common method is to use foggers or bug bombs. The problem with this method is that it has been proven to be one of the best ways to spread the problem throughout a building. Because tenants arent talking about the problem, small infestations can turn into large infestations affecting neighbors (see question 2). Finally, when the tenant does finally vacate they are likely to leave this problem behind causing the landlord more trouble with the next tenant.

Whether you operate a hotel, apartment, rental, restaurant, theatre, church, retail business or pest control company, Inspector Hound is your partner in the battle against bed bugs. Unlike traditional pest control, Inspector Hound only offers canine scent detection.

We do not profit from positive alerts and aim to provide a fast, accurate and confidential service. We believe offering pest control services is a conflict of interest with this inspection service. said Clif Tomasini, President of Inspector Hound

Bed bugs have crept into Baton Rouge homes, hotels, apartment complexes, theaters, restaurants, and retail areas. Inspector Hound was born out of the need to quickly and accurately identify bed bug infestations. "When you identify an infestation fast, bugs don't spread and treatment is less expensive," said Clif.

Along with identifying bed bugs quickly, dogs are better, more accurate than humans; bedbugs are small, they hide in baseboards, carpet, wall cracks, and humans just can't see them. Dogs don't need to see them because they detect through scent. Most pest control treatment companies offer bed bug identification services, but according to Tomasini, "People have mixed feelings about using a treatment company for identification services. There's a conflict of interest there." Inspector Hound is independent of treatment; our services apply only to problem identification.

For more information regarding bed bugs, please contact Inspector Hound at 985-233-1478 or visit our website at http://www.inspectorhound.com

Inspector Hound is licensed with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture

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Home Other Pests Bed Bugs Types of Bed Bugs

The common or household bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is found worldwide. These insects adapt well to human environments and typically live in temperate climates. A number of other related pests resemble bed bugs in habits and appearance.Proper identification usually requires magnification and experience with distinguishing the different species.

The tropical bedbug (Cimex hemipterus) also feeds on humans but prefers more tropical regions such as Florida.

Bat bugs (Cimex adjunctus) have also been observed intropical regions as well as more temperate areas. This species feeds primarily on bats, although they do sometimes feed on human hosts, especially if the preferred source is no longer present.

Located primarily in North America, theMexican chicken bug (Haematosiphon inodora) also closely resembles the common bed bug. However, these insects are typically found on poultry farms and choose bird species and domestic fowl as hosts.

Barn swallow bugs resemble bed bugs as well. Although barn swallow bugs feed primarily oncliff swallows and live in swallow nests, they have been known to enter human dwellings when bird migration occurs.

It is important to accurately identify bed bugs before beginning treatment of an infestation. Incorrect control methods will prove ineffective and may be harmful. Contact your local pest control experts to arrange an inspection and consultation.

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Below is a story about a woman who hired pest control companies like Terminix, Orkin and others to help her find bed bugs and in the end, it was the bed bug sniffing dog that solved the problem! Its a must read for those that think they have bed bugs but are told by exterminators they dont! Thank you Mimi for sharing your story:

My nightmare started exactly 2 weeks ago today. That is when I caught my first bed bug on my body around 2 am. I feel lucky that I caught the little *#%@ because I had suspected there may have been an issue a couple of weeks prior but could not find any of the evidence in my room or on/around my bed, sheets, box springs, night stands, curtains, picture over my bed, light sockets, etc.

Late November I had to go to Cincinnati for business and about 2 weeks later I received my first spider bite. It was the worst bite I have ever experienced! Red, extremely itchy, and swollen. About a week later, low and behold, I got another spider bite. a few days later 3 in a row on my elbow. I even went to my doctor because my boyfriend said it looked like MRSA. After the Dr swabbed the infected area, I told him I thought it could be bed bugs. He said Mimi, you do not have bed bugs.

Well, a week later is when I caught the thing red handed biting me in the middle of the night. That night it woke me up because my neck was itching so badly. I got up to see what was wrong with my neck when I spotted her on my white t-shirt. I freaked when I caught it because blood squished out of its body! Thats when I knew what the hell I had. I put her in a plastic container and looked up images on the internet.

Terminix Bed Bug Extermination Fees The next day I had Terminix come out to inspect my home. After inspection he said he could not find evidence of bed bugs. I then showed him my container and he said Yep, thats a bed bug alright! Even though he could not find evidence until I handed it to him on a silver platter, he said well, you definitely have bed bug eggs and I can treat your house for $1,150. I also had to sign a 1 year contract to have my house sprayed for the following 12 months in addition to the $1150.

Orkin Extermination Fees I next called Orkin. That guy said if the Terminix guy identified the bed bug in my container, then he would be happy to treat my home for $1,000. This is sight unseen as he wouldnt even come to my home since I told him another company had come out.

OPC Pest Control I next called OPC because they treat using thermal radiation (Heating the house). I did not let him know about having a competitor check my home 2 days prior.

This guy did a very thorough inspection and also could not find evidence until I showed him my trophy in the plastic container.

Bed Bug Sniffing Dogs Worked! So next I called this guy in northern Ky who has dogs that smell live bed bugs and their eggs. His dogs identified only 1 bag that contained my down comforter (I madly cleaned, vacuumed and bagged everything the day I found the bed bug).

I also threw out my comforter that the dogs identified, bagged the rest of the bedding, encased bed, box spring, and pillow sprayed Rest Easy, and put glue traps around the legs of my bed.

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