Sometimes bed bugs making an unwelcome appearance in hotel rooms, and while hotels might want to keep that information quiet, there are a number of ways you can find out about infestations before you book a stay. Then, when you check in, be sure to search your room for any signs and notify staff immediately if you find them.Research The Bed Bug Registry, a site that collects reports of bed bugs from hotel guests. The Registry allows you to look up a particular hotelor even all hotels in a given cityand see where guests have reported encounters

Think you may have bed bugs? Are you looking to get rid of bed bugs? Don't ignore these pests as they won't go away on their own. Bed bugs are not only difficult to get rid of, but they are also hard to find. One of the signs of bed bugs is dark spotting and staining, which is the dried fecal matter of the bed bugs. You should contact a licensed bed bug exterminator immediately. Here at Stanley Pest Control our trained team of inspectors will thoroughly examine your home or business to determine whether you have bed bugs. If the inspection conf

Author: Marie Hartley, Staff Writer, 2009.The bed bug, Cimex lectularius, is a blood-sucking human parasite that is found worldwide. Bed bugs come from the insect family Cimicidae. The bed bug is oval shaped, flat, reddish brown, and up to 5 mm long. Immature bed bugs are smaller than adults and may be translucent to light yellow.Bed bugs are attracted by warmth and generally feed at night. They can survive for long periods (e.g. up to one year) without feeding. In developed countries, bed bugs often hide in the cracks and crevices of mattresse

Here are answers to many questions related to the "safer-at-home" phase of Colorado and Larimer County's coronavirus response. WochitNorthern Colorado health care providers are using technology that kills bedbugs as a tool in their fight against COVID-19.A recent study by the National Institutes of Health found that exposing medical-grade N95 face masks to dry heat as in 158 degrees Fahrenheit (70 degrees Celsius) for one hour effectively decontaminates masks of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.As health care prov

Want to know how to get rid of bed bugs using items you'll already have at home? There's nothing nice about having bed bugs and often the best advice for getting rid of them is to call in professional help. But if you're socially isolating and can't risk having pest control in the house, or a change to your circumstances means that you can't afford to pay for the service at the moment, there are a few methods you can try to get rid of bed bugs using items you already have at home.This isn't a fail-proof method, but it should go a long way in re

Bed bug infestations are notoriously difficult to kill off because they often dwell in nooks and crannies such as bed frames, mattresses and behind pictures. Bed bugs do not pose a threat to your health but their bites can be itchy. If you have an allergic reaction to the bites, they can be very itchy and may cause painful swelling.One trial also suggested that freezing can be used to decontaminate infested clothing, noted the review."However, because bed bugs can survive for up to one year without feeding, keeping an infested room vacant is no

Outbreak break of bed bug infestation in the country is likely to demotivate households especially those leaving in socially deprived communities in Central Region to adhere to the compulsory stay at home policy by the government.Fast-growing epidemics such as bed bug infestation has become a major global health concern.In a recent publication reviewing the history of bed bugs infestation in Africa(Doggett et al. 2018).Bed bug infestation has been documented across many African nations including several West African countries.In East Africa, Na

Due to the recent increase in bed bug infestations, waking up to find a bug in your bedroom can cause loads of anxiety and worry. Before you start resorting to desperate measures, take some time to learn to recognize bed bugs and common bed bug imposters. Below is the list of bugs that look like bed bugs.To make a distinction, Lets start with what does bed bugs look likeBed BugsBed bugs are small, brownish-red insects that feed on blood. They are attracted to warmth and carbon dioxide, so they often live in bedding or mattresses and emerge at n

She said all issues will be addressed.The motel has been cited in the past by health department officials, she noted."We directed the owner to fix the issues and that is their responsibility," she said. "The department has followed up on pest complaints including bedbugs and noted remediation. In the past, there were major facility repairs due to violations."The result, she said, was "significant improvement" in cleaning and pest management at the motel."While the facility is not in compliance, measures have been taken to improve the facility a

(Pictured, the New Orleans Mosquito, Rodent and Termite Control Board (NOMRTCB) practicing social distancing. From left to right Phil Smith, Timmy Madere and Mark Myers.)NEW ORLEANS - In his role as a pest control specialist with the New Orleans Mosquito, Rodent and Termite Control Board (NOMRTCB), Timmy Madere often interacts with the citizens of New Orleans.Hey, the rats were out playing in the streets last night, Madere recalled of a recent comment made to him by a New Orleans citizen. Well, not really, Madere thought to himself, realizing t

A HOLIDAYMAKER who said a visit to a Mexican tourist resort was spoiled by illness and bed bug problems has described the experience as a nightmare. Matthew Quinn, 52, has revealed how his all-inclusive break at the 5 Ocean Coral & Turquessa by H10 Hotel in Cancun, Mexico, was spoilt by problems with his hotel room and illness that he suffered when he developed symptoms including stomach cramps and diarrhoea a few days into the holiday. The problems proved so severe that he went on to seek medical advice when he got back from his holiday.

Bed bugs feed on blood as their only source of nutrition. In order to mature into adults, they must feed once during each of their immature stages. Adult females also need blood in order to produce eggs. Although bedbugs do bite humans, they are not known to transmit diseases to people.Blood spots found on one's sheets, bites and the presence of bed bug feces and cast skins are some of the indications of a bed bug infestation. Bit

TROY In this booming economy, Troy is squeezing yet another furniture store within its city limits: Bed Bugs and Beyond.The business model is built around buying cheap, yet infested furniture, and reselling it for an affordable price after thorough cleaning.Weve seen firsthand how many beautiful pieces of furniture become completely infested with bugs. To our dismay, most people throw it in the trash. At Bed Bugs and Beyond, we know that its never too late to refurbish some bed-bug ridden cushions and mattresses, said founder Linus Eugenson.We

The Santa Clarita pest control company Unipest is taking residents behind the scenes of a bed bug heat treatment in their latest YouTube video short.When a homeowner discovered bed bugs in their master bedroom, they were worried about using chemicals to eliminate them, but Unipest had another idea.They were asking me if I had any kind of eco-friendly or organic options that wouldnt require the use of any sprays to get rid of their bed bugs, said Owner Cardon Ellis. Guess what? Unipest the most eco-friendly company does indeed have these optio