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Bed bugs have been found at Booneville Elementary, according to John Parrish, District Superintendent.

4-5 bugs were found inside the elementary school last week, Parrish told 40/29 News. Parents were not made aware of the issue.

The school originally planned to try to kill the bugs on its own, Parrish said, but the district decided to hire an exterminator after hearing concern from parents.

The exterminator has been scheduled to work at the school at 4 p.m. on Friday, February 10, Parrish said. School will remain in session for the week.

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Bed Bug Pictures - Identification

Bed bugs (bedbugs) are small nocturnal insects of the family Cimicidae that live by hematophagy, feeding on the blood of humans and other warm-blooded hosts.

Bed bugs are very flat, allowing them to hide in tiny crevices. A crack wide enough to fit the edge of a credit card can harbor bed bugs.

In the daytime, they tend to stay out of the light, hidden in such places as mattress seams, mattress interiors, bed frames, nearby furniture, carpeting, baseboards, or bedroom clutter.

Bed Bug Life Cycle - Physical Characteristics

Adult bed bugs (or bedbugs) are reddish brown, flattened, oval, and wingless, with microscopic hairs that give them a banded appearance.

A common misconception is that bed bugs are not visible to the naked eye, but adults grow to 4 to 5 mm (one-eighth to three-sixteenths of an inch) in length and do not move quickly enough to escape the notice of an attentive observer.

Bed Bug Bites - Feeding Habits

Bed bugs are generally active only at night, with a peak attack period about an hour before dawn, though given the opportunity, they may attempt to feed at other times of day.

Attracted by warmth and the presence of carbon dioxide, the bed bug pierces the skin of its host with two hollow tubes. With one tube it injects its saliva, which contains anticoagulants and anesthetics, while with the other it withdraws the blood of its host.

After feeding for about five minutes, the bed bug returns to its hiding place. The bites cannot usually be felt until some minutes or hours later, as a dermatological reaction to the injected agents. Although bed bugs can live for up to 18 months without feeding, they typically seek blood every five to ten days.

Bed Bug Treatment

In the past, fumigation with Cyanogas was used for bedbug control. This was very effective, but also very dangerous. This method is no longer used.

Fumigation - that is the use of poison gases - is costly, and though this has been tried as a method of control in isolated cases, it is transient. New infestation can be imported shortly after a fumigation has taken place. Fumigation does work, but it may not be practical, and may not be permitted in some jurisdictions.

Today, effective bed bug treatment may require a combination of methods for success. Techniques such as heat, steam and specialized dusts and liquids may be employed for the elimination of bed bugs.

Do-it-Yourself Bed Bug Treatments

Bed bug control is time-consuming detail work and requires a thorough knowledge of these pests, as well as the proper materials and techniques to control them. Some people have tried to control bed bugs themselves, but this rarely works.

Selection of Bed Bug Professionals

Due to their absence of bed bugs from North America for several decades, not all exterminators in this region are familiar with extermination techniques for bed bugs.

Care must thus be taken when selecting an exterminator, in order to select a professional that knows how to conduct proper bed bug removal.

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Not Sure If You Have Bed Bugs

Doctors are often consulted when skin rash is suspected. It can take along time for cultures to be made to identify the source of the rash/bites. The best thing to do is have a professional bed bug inspection performed to determine if bed bugs are present.

Please NOTE: Even the best inspectors may have great difficulty in finding bed bugs or their eggs or other signs of infestation.This is because bed bugs hide during the day and if the infestation is recent, there may not be other signs present yet.

We also have highly trained Bed Bug Sniffing Dogs, whose keen sense of smell can make positive detections that humans cant match. Our Bed bug dogs identify and confirm an infestation quickly and conveniently and allow us to take action immediately to eliminate your problem.

We will recommend the best ways to rid you of these pests so you can get back to normal living again, without having to discard your current bedding. In addition to chemical pest control we can also offer you Eco-friendly methods of pest control like: Cryonite which is a freezing method, or Heat which will actually kill all bed bugs when applied properly.

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Bed Bug Pest Control and Exterminator

Dominion's Bed Bug Extermination Service Includes:

Identification | Preparation | Treatment | Prevention

Starting at less than $450

Please call us at (206) 528-3880 or email us for a free price quote. We are eager to talk to you!

Bed bugs had been almost non-existent for about the last 50 years. Now they have become one of the leading pest issues in the Seattle-Metro area. Dominion's extermination professionals have eliminated bed bugs in various settings. From single bedrooms or apartments to entire dorm facilites, we have the knowledge and the tools to get the job done. Dominion's scheduling department will provide you with a detailed preparation sheet which walks you through the preparations and gets your space ready for treatment. At the appointed time, Dominion's professional exterminator will answer any questions & do a walk through to make sure everything is ready. Then, the treatment is executed and the bed bugs are no more. It's a tried and true method. Whether you have a single room or multiple units, we've been successful at this time and time again. Experience, care and dilligence. Dominion is a local company whose associates care for you and are eager to get rid of these pests for you so you can rest easy again.

Dominion Pest Control's founder and COO, Anthony Wurst, has been invited to speak on several topics for public and professional education by the media and the Washington State Pest Management Association. KIRO 1000 talk radio recently invited Mr. Wurst as a guest on their Home Matters radio show which runs on Saturday Mornings to speak about Ants, Rodents and Bed Bugs.

Here is a link to the audio recording of the show.

Here is a link to the associated news article.

Mr. Wurst, was also interviewed regarding bed bugs and their control for a magazine. We thought that the questions and answers would be helpful for our clients searching for a professional to take care of the problem as well as for information purposes.

Here are the notes from the interview:

Questions for Tony:

Q: Do you think the bedbug problem will continue to escalate?

A: That is a tough question to answer. In our experience, We have found bed bugs to be mostly associated with travel. We don't feel that the bed bug problem will escalate on the same level as it has in the past 10 years, but we have found that those cities which are more entrenched into international commerce and travel have a higher rate of infestation. We expect the bed bug problem will ebb and flow with commerce and travel.

Q: Do you think homeowners are becoming paranoid about bedbugs?

A: We have an occasional call from someone who is very upset by bed bugs, but most people are very well educated and just want to make sure that the exterminator can, in fact get rid of them.

Q: Do you get a lot of false alarm calls?

A: Maybe not a lot, but there are some. Most people thought that beg bugs were a fairy tale ("sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite"), so they initially have no idea what bed bugs look like. We provide an on site identification for those people who cannot verify that they have in fact found a bed bug and know that there is an infestation. Sometimes they are false alarms, but most people are very happy either way to have a professional making sure for them.

Q: If someone has a bedbug problem, how do they get rid of them?

A: Treatment of a bed bug infestation requires a partnership between the householder and the exterminator. We do not recommend that householders take this task upon themselves as over the counter pesticides are not designed for treatment of bed bugs. Only recently have professional products become available which are designed specifically for bed bugs. At Dominion, we have a tried and true method. Our method starts by sending a treatment preparation sheet to the client. The preparation sheet guides our client through the process of preparing the space for treatment while not spreading the bed bugs around the rest of the living space. Most people choose to do this part themselves, but we do offer complete preparation services as well. The actual treatment involves careful treatment of the area according to pesticide labels with treatments which leave a residual for ongoing protection. Also we employ some physical exclusion methods to make it impossible for a bed bug to get a blood meal. This should only be done by a trained professional.

Q: What are the treatment options available?

A: There are chemical & non-chemical treatments available. Heat has become a trendy non chemical treatment idea. A heat treatment is designed to bring the entire home or building up to a temperature which will kill all bed bugs and their eggs. Sort of like a fumigation, but with heat. It is a great idea, however, studies have shown that bed bugs are able to flee from the heat and go into areas which cannot be brought up the the needed temperature (113 degrees F for 30 minutes). Also, no residual protection is in place, so if one female bed bug survives the heat treatment, nothing is hindering her from starting a new infestation. Another problem with this method is that it does not address the main problem which is that the bugs were brought in somehow. As much as possible, it is imperative that the source of the bed bugs be discovered and the source addressed. There are many other experimental treatments that we hear about in industry studies and clinics, but they are still experimental. One such method is a baiting method. Biologists have been working to reproduce the 'smell' of human blood in order to capture it into a small device which would emit the smell throughout an affected area. The bed bugs would be attracted to the device for a blood meal to become trapped once inside. Another neat idea, but the problem is that bed bugs are able to survive without a blood meal for 3 months (some say 1 year). Also, bed bugs have been shown to prefer a 4 to 5 day feeding cycle. This would lengthen the treatment to an unrealistic time frame. It might turn out to be a nice verification method for hotels, though. So, there are a lot of treatment methods out there. We are obviously partial to ours!

Q: How long do the treatments take to work, and how much can a homeowner expect to pay to get rid of bedbugs?

A: Once the space is prepared, the treatments take around one hour. Results with our method are generally 90% control after the first 1 to 2 days and 100% control after 1 to 2 weeks depending on the level on infestation. Prices will vary based level of infestation and the size of the infested space.

Q: How does someone's home become infested with these pets?

A: Infestations can usually be traced back to travel. Sometimes a hotel stay can be the source. We had one family trace it back to a summer camp.

Q: Does the presence of bedbugs mean a home is dirty or unclean? Or is that a misconception?

A: Not usually. Bed bugs are not associated with filth per se. However, good personal hygiene and general cleanliness are effective aids for controling an infestation. What other misconceptions or misinformation do people have about the bedbug issue? That is the main one.

Q: What can homeowners do, and what steps can they take, to prevent a bedbug infestation?

A: Always check the bed and furniture when you stay at a hotel. Literally strip it down to the bare mattress and look at all of the seams on the box springs, mattresses and frames. Check the couch and chair cushions as well. Look for blood staining (bed bug's fecal matter) and the bugs themselves. Whenever you travel try not to check your luggage and inspect the overhead compartment where your bags are stowed. These are the places where bed bugs have the best chance to spread.

Q: What should a homeowner do if they suspect they have bedbugs?

A: If the homeowner feels confident enough, they could go online and look at pictures to see if they can do an initial identification. Once they feel that they might have a bed bug issue, they should call a professional in order to confirm the identification and get treatment.

Q: Do you have any other advice for homeowners? Should they be sure they're hiring a licensed company? Are there any other credentials they should look for in a pest control company?

A: The main advice I have for customers to find a professional is to use a trusted source. They can check licensing status of a perspective business with the Department of Agriculture in their state. But mainly, they should find a company that has good reviews on a trusted site which filters the reviews for spam. Some sites allow anyone to post a review. Sometimes collusion happens to get good reviews posted online. I suggest a site like Angie's List which only allows members who have used the provider to review the service. THe proof of the company's ability to solve the problem can usually be found there. When the pro shows up, look for a clean truck and a clean technician. Those that care about their appearance tend to care more in other areas as well.

Q: I know the bedbug treatments can be rather expensive, and some homeowners may be worried about being taken advantage of. Are there any redflags they should look out for?

A: Make sure that the technician who comes to your house can verify that you do, indeed have a bed bug infestation. Once you have a price quote, call the office of the company to see if you get a similar pricing structure. Red flags for me would be pressure from the representative of the company to sign up immediately, or fearmonger a client into a service by telling horror stories. The professional should treat your house and family with respect and politeness. He or she is there to help and is at your service.

Q: This is absolutely fantastic! What about other preventative measures, such as not bringing home used furniture and clothing? Is that something people should avoid?

A; I didn't even think of this one! Wow! Yes. People should know that used furniture and especially mattresses should be avoided at all costs unless they have them professionally fumigated in a fumigation chamber. Clothing is actually just fine. A precaution would be to run them through a 30 minute cycle on high heat in the dryer immediately upon bringing the clothing home. This is proven to kill all bed bugs and their eggs.

Q: Also, do you recommend any products like mattress and pillow covers, or those discs that go under the bed posts (preventing the bedbugs from crawling up the bed)?

A: Mattress covers require specific parameters under which they can be a successful aid to a bed bug treatment. As there is only one cover that has been proven to keep the bugs in and it must be sealed in a certain way as well as being guarded from puncture by the frame or anything else, we do not use them. There are too many variables. The discs are coming along. Soon, I believe they will have one which really works.

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Bed Bug Pest Control and Exterminator

To completely rid your home of bed bugs, hiring a professional exterminator is recommended. Most states require their insect pros to be licensed, but be sure to ask how long any contractor or company has been in business and if they've ever dealt with a bed bug infestation. Experience with ants, termites or beetles isn't the same bed bugs presenta unique challenge for any exterminator.

Also, look for a company that uses the integrated pest management (IPM) approach. Instead of relying entirely on pesticides or chemicals, IPM uses a combination of chemical measures, preventive measures, and sanitation to improve efficacy and limit environmental impact.

For a full removal, expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $1,500, depending on the method you choose and the experience of your exterminator. Most will charge you a fee for consultation, which includes visiting your home and doing a thorough inspection.

Don't be shy about asking questions as they move through the home.Reputable contractors should be willing and able to explain to you what they're doing, why they're doing it and how they're going to treat your problem. Some also offer or refer dog services, employing specially trained dogs to sniff out evidence of bugs.

Professional pest control companies may offer several treatments to meet your needs. Spray pesticides are still common the Environmental Protection Agency lists more than 300 products for mattress, room and whole-home elimination.

Some companies also use a more high-tech version of heat treatment, which involves specialized equipment used to heat your home above 120 degrees and kill bugs everywhere they hide.

As a side benefit, other harmful bacteria and mold can also be eliminated using this treatment. Although you will have to leave your house during the heat procedure, it will not cause damage to your property or possessions.

Structural fumigation is your last choice; this involves completely tarping your home and evacuating it for several days. During the process, gas is released to permeate every inch of the house, including behind walls and under floors.

If you choose fumigation, make sure to pick a company that is licensed to use these highly volatile chemicals.They have very specific handling and use requirements.

Getting rid of bed bugs is challenging. But with the right treatment plan in the hands of an experienced professional, your home can be thoroughly cleaned and protected against further infestation.

Editor's note: This is an updated version of an article originally posted on June 20, 2013.

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