Bed Bugs – development.saccounty.gov

Bed bugs are back and can be found just about anywherefrom homeless shelters to four-star hotel rooms. No one really knows why they have returned, but these little bugs are determined to stick around. Although bed bugs are tiny, they can cause major headaches because theyre so difficult to find and hard to get rid of. Use the tips below to help control this stubborn pest.

BIOLOGY

Understanding how bed bugs eat and live can help you get rid of them.

PREVENTION

Bed bugs are hard to prevent because of their small size, night habits, and ability to hitchhike. Here are some tips to get you started:

WHAT CAN YOU DO? INTEGRATED BED BUG MANAGEMENT

Insecticides alone cannot eliminate a bed bug infestation. Long-term control requires that nonchemical methods be used in combination with insecticides as part of an integrated bed bug management program. Furthermore, control requires the cooperation of the tenant, the landlord, and the pest control professional.

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