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Pictures of bed bugs could help you identify and even prevent the blood-fed pests from wrecking havoc in your place. But sadly, people often skip checking out what they really look like.

With just the rashes or bite marks they got, many are quick to decide which pest they have and need to get rid. And often, without even verifying if the assumed insect is indeed the cause of it, they would treat themselves and do a pest elimination with a product that they just deem is the best.

Now, what is wrong with that picture? A lot.

For one, the pest was not verified. The marks, they could be the bed bug bites or of other insects. If you go ahead and just assume things, you could use the wrong product for the pests and even the marks.

Bed bug bites and rashes actually look similar with other conditions and insect bites. Scabies, allergic reactions, chicken pox and mosquito bites are some examples of them. So if youll just base your diagnosis with the marks, there is a fat chance that youll get it wrong. And because, as said, that could lead you to the wrong bed bug bite treatment, you could worsen your condition.

Check out pictures of the bed bug bites in comparison with other insect bites and skin conditions.

Bed Bug Bites

Mosquito Bites

Scabies

Skin Allergy

Chicken Pox

Needless to say, if you go ahead and get the pest-control product not specifically made for the insects that you actually have to get rid, you will just waste money. No matter how many times youll apply it or how much of it you will use, it wont get your problem solved.

Say, if you have bed bugs at your home but based on your bite marks you bought a product for cockroach, you will just give the vampire-like pests the chance to multiply and even cause you more problems. And that means more bed bug rashes and even bigger spending.

And though there are also some people who actually search first the area where they got bitten to identify the pest they have to deal with before taking any step, still they couldnt get the bed bug problem fixed. The reason is that they identify the insects incorrect. And that could bear similar negative effects.

But apart from the misinterpretation of their bite marks, why is it that many people often think they have other insects when. in fact, it is bed bugs they got? Well, thats basically because bugs look similar with booklice, small cockroaches and even carpet beetles.

Particularly though, here are the bed bugs physical characteristics that could help you differentiate them from others.

And here are some pictures of bed bugs in comparison with other pests that look like them:

Bed Bugs

Booklice

Young Cockroaches

Carpet Beetles

To avoid mistaking the blood-sucking pests as other common house insects, pictures of bed bugs are needed. They could give you a clear image of what they look like. And with you familiar with their appearance, you could differentiate them from other insects. Consequently, that will help you implement the right elimination steps and pick the appropriate pest-control spray.

So, if you think you have bed bugs at home but not sure if they are exactly the vampire-like pests, follow the following steps:

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Here are some pictures of bed bugs in different stages that would surely help you identify them right.

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Here are pictures of bed bugs from eggs to adults.

Bed Bug Eggs

Bed Bug Nymphs

Feeding Bed Bug Nymph

Adult Bed Bugs With Their Nymphs

Flat Bed Bug Before Feeding

Plump Bed Bug After Feeding

Before you could identify bed bugs though, first, you have to find them. But be warned, small and sneaky as those bloodsuckers are, they are often hard to find. If you know exactly where to look though, you could spot them early. And that saves you and your family from the worst of their negative effects.

Below are pictures of bed bugs in areas where you will most likely see them.

Bed Bugs in a Mattress

Bed Bugs in Couch Cushion

Carpet Full of Bed Bugs

Bed Bugs on a Backpack

Usually, bed bugs stay in cracks and crevices. Those could be in the wall, floor or furniture. But most often, they hide in the gaps of couches and beds because those give them easy access to their source of meal, which could be you.

They are also likely to hide in closets, cabinets and under the carpets. In fact, even in books, they could make a home too.

And given that bed bugs could actually conceal themselves in the most unlikely spots and items, so you wont miss them, the following is the list of questions you need to ask yourself before starting your search for them.

The answers to these questions are keys to finding bed bugs in your home. Hence, be sure to go over it every time you suspect there are bed bugs in your house.

When looking for bed bugs though, just a mere glance at the places where they are likely to hide is not enough. Know the signs of a bed bug infestation so even if you dont see the pests, you will know they are or were there. Those signs will basically tell you to inspect deeper. And that is crucial because bed bugs could go on hiding even without going out and feeding for months.

Always be on the alert of the following bed bug signs and symptoms. They are the key to your bed bug inspection.

Bed Bug Droppings

Bed Bug Molts

Bed Bug Infestation That Could Exude a Pungent-Sweet Smell

So now that you know you have bed bugs and even know where they hide, what then? What else could you do but to eradicate them?

If you wait any longer before eliminating them, you would just give them chance to cause you more problems. Thats because in a short time after discovering their presence, bed bugs could multiply or transfer to other areas in your house.

An adult female bed bug could lay up 3 to 4 eggs in a day. Say there are 20 female reproducing bed bugs in your house. Do the math and you could have 80 more bed bugs to deal with the next day if you miss out eradicating them on the same day you found them. Sure, those 80 more would still be eggs. But think about the other eggs laid before them. They could already be hatching.

Whats more is that some of the bed bugs could have transferred to other areas in your house the following day. Remember, bed bugs are fast-paced. And once disturbed, they could easily sneak into other spots and items.

So to prevent more of the said blood-fed pest and to block their widespread, do the bed bug treatment right after bed bugs are discovered.

However, there are several methods to kill bed bugs. You must determine which of them is the best for you before doing the elimination. While pictures of bed bugs could ensure if they are indeed the pests that you have to deal with, the right bed bug treatment will secure your home from their re-infestation.

Three of the most popular bed bug treatment methods are the heat treatment, hiring of bed bug exterminators and the use of bed bug sprays.

Heat Treatment

This method basically uses high temperature to kill bed bugs. To get this done, some use the process of steaming the area infested while others implement thermal treatment.

Though slightly different in the way they are executed, the same principle applies to both steaming and thermal treatment. That is the higher the temperature the shorter the time needed to kill the pests.

There is one problem with heat treatment though it could cause fire accidents. There were already a number of fire incidents reported to have been caused by it.

Bed Bug Exterminator

Hiring someone to get rid of the pests for you is the easiest method. But the problem is that bed bug exterminator cost is too high. Because of that, it is often reserved for just massive bed bug infestation the kind that could get worse if you handle it yourself.

In case you would really need to hire a bed bug exterminator though, pick the one based within your area. That is so he could do the inspection and elimination promptly. But of course, you have to make that his quality of work is great.

Bed Bug Spray

But for a less-expensive bed bug treatment, you could just do the elimination yourself. Just make sure you could handle the situation.

The best help you could have for a personal bed bug treatment is a bed bug spray. Apart from saving your pocket, it also offers a prompt bed bug treatment. That means you dont have to wait for hours or days before the pests are eliminated. And that cuts their chance to populate.

In terms of the work required, the use of a bed bug spray is actually easy to implement. Compared with the other two options, it is much more convenient. You just got to make sure you apply it spot on.

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Here are some quick tips to make sure your room (hotel rooms, bedrooms, living areas, etc) isnt infested with bedbugs! Most people who end up having their home infested with bedbugs could have prevented it by looking for the signs below. If you know you have bedbugs, then check out our Bed Bug Treatment page for ways in which you can do it yourself.

Staying at a hotel? If so, the first thing you should do is check your hotel for bed bug complaints this is a completely free service we provide and could possibly help you prevent infesting your own home!

Keep in mind that a report about one hotel does not mean the issue wasnt isolated to one room, or that hotel management hasnt taken the necessary steps to exterminate the bugs, but it is a great way to get management to promise youll sleep bedbug free!

When staying at a hotel, hang clothing in the closet that is farthest from your bed, place luggage on the folding rack usually found at hotels and always place your luggage in a plastic bag (hotel provided dry cleaning bags work great).

When you inspect a room for bedbugs, make sure you wear disposable medical gloves! Bedbugs gorge on the blood of humans, so much so that they can easily pop with very little pressure. When a bedbug pops, it will splatter blood and you may be exposed!

Picture of Bed Bugs, their eggs, shells and feces! This is a high resolution photo of what a bed bug infested mattress looks like including their shells, eggs and feces. You can zoom in on the picture if you need to.

Use this bedbug checklist to make sure your hotel room is bedbug free BEFORE you unpack it should be the first thing you do!

HOTEL ROOM This is not an exhaustive list by any means, but it covers the basics and should help you sleep bedbug free.

MAURA DUMONT::

Can anyone let me know where to buy bedding to help to prevent bed bugs coming back as I have been to hell with the little buggers since August! Im getting a new bed and I would like to buy some mattress covers to help me as I have very bad condition when they bite.

I have now found out there are coming from the flat above me and its now getting sorted as I have had pest control companies out and they still come back; I pray that this time will be the last!

I have not slept in a bed since august only a couple nights last month when I went away for a break but its has turned my life up side down as I a clothes junkie and all my clothes had to go into deep freeze and the rest I just burned them which has cost a fortune. I also lost my business this year the bed bug saga has put me in hospital 3 times this year as it looked like I was in a fire with huge blisters and they treated me like I was in a fire and gave me burn pads and lots of pills.

I feel like a expert in these little bugs and London at the moment is alive with them I hear.

Jim::

Hello Maura,

Im sorry to hear about your bed bug infestation! Know that you are not alone! There are a ton of people going through the exact same thing (check out my Bed Bug Bite section).

You can buy the mattress covers from Walmart, check out this mattress cover for bed bugs.

Also, you can use Diatomaceous Earth to kill your bed bugs its non toxic, natural and available at just about any pet supply store (used to kill fleas). I have a good explanation about this dust here: http://www.badbedbugs.com/bed-bug-bites/ (see the last comment by Joyce)

Did the pest control company ever suggest using Diatomaceous Earth? You may have been able to save the expense of buying new furniture by dusting rather than tossing.

Keep us informed there are a lot of people that would like to know how this works out for you Maura.

Best regards,

Jim.

MAURA DUMONT::

Hi Jim, thank you for being there on this great bed bug web site. Im new to all this new tech and just getting use to using to a computer. Im in London UK and we have no Walmart here to buy a mattress cover for beg bugs but I will try a pet food store for diatomaceous earth. I have never heard of this stuff before so I do hope they sell it here in the UK.

Many thanks for all your help and it is nice to know Im not alone with the bed bug saga! I will get onto the housing again regarding the flat above me as the old lady has been taken into a home and the flat is alive with them. I just hope when the pest control go in they dont start running down to me again as all my new furniture is coming next week. I will keep in touch and thanks again for this wonderful web site!

M.Dumont

Lisa Temple::

My ex husband and I have noticed small bites on my 5 yr old in the last month. We thought they were fire ants or spider bites, but reading about bed bugs, I think I have found the answer. They started small, but a few of them have gotten infected because my son will scratch them so much until they bleed.

I am so glad to have so much information available thru this site that now I know what to do next. Is there any particular season for bed bugs or is it generally year round? Is there a certain climate they like because I live in south central Oklahoma?

Ann::

When a bedbug pops, it will splatter blood and you may be exposed!

When you say exposed what does that mean exactly? What can happen to you if you are exposed?

Thanks great website, I really enjoy reading the articles very informative!

Jim::

Hi Ann,

Im not sure exactly what will happen, if anything, but I do know its a BIG concern. If you search Google for exposed to human blood., youll find a ton of information. For example, one page at MSU suggests washing and going straight to the hospital. Im not a doctor, so I cant explain all the risks associated with being exposed to human blood from a bed bug, but I know its something you want to avoid!

Best regards,

Jim.

Angie::

Ive been suffering with bed bugs for almost 2 years .. Now .. I hope that bed bug powder will help .. Or else im going to have to burn down my house

Lisa::

Is there anything I can spray on my clothes that will insure that they are not on my clothes anymore? Will simply washing my clothes in the washing machine and drying them in a regular dryer eliminate them from my clothes. I feel like throwing them all out. What can I do?

Helen white::

Hello, anyone ever stay at the Tavistock Hotel, Tavistock Sq, Bloomsbury London? Ive booked in but Im worried about staying anywhere since friends picked up bed bugs in a London hotel

Jim::

Hello Helen,

If you are talking about the Tavistock Hotel London at Tavistock Sq, London, WC1H, 9EU, United Kingdom at +44 20 76368383, then it appears they are clean. I have checked the internet for any reference to bed bugs at Tavistock and didnt find a thing.

Let us know how the stay goes!

Regards,

Jim.

Jim::

Hello Lisa,

I dont know of anything that works as a repellent to prevent bedbugs from getting into your clothing. Youre best bet to make sure your cloths are free from bugs is to dry them on high heat (assuming that the fabric can handle high heat).

Regards,

Jim.

Helen white::

Hi Jim,

Many thanks for that reassurance. I didnt stay there last night as my trip was cancelled but it means Ill stay there when I go in three weeks, and Ill let you know how I got on.

Regards,

Helen

rachel::

I have just been to Honduras and picked up bed bugs in a hotel. At least I think its bed bugs because I woke up covered in loads of really itchy bites. Ive now back in London 5 days and I still feel that Im waking up with fresh bites every morning.

My boyfriend believes Im just discovering old bites that were there all along, but I fear I may have bought one home with me. The weird thing is is that my boyfriend never gets bitten even though we share a bed. Could it be something else I have? Or is there a reason why they wouldnt bite us both? Please help this is all so new to me.

Jim::

Hi Rachel,

If you check out this site, youll see a number of cases where one partner is bitten at night and not the other. In some cases, one partner simply does not react as strongly to the bed bug bite as the other.

Best regards,

Jim.

Christine::

I just moved into an apartment 3 days ago, and just now a small bug that looks very similar to a bedbug climbed up next to my mouse. It is not as round as all the pictures on the net, and it has two little bumps on its end, as well its antennae dont look segregated like the pictures, but other than that it looks like a 4th stage nymph. Are there different varieties of bedbugs? Thanks.

mike::

I recently found some small shells approximately 1/16 on my bed sheets, no bites or spots or blood stains.

Can this be an early sign of bed bugs?

carmela::

I work in a school. There is a child in my class that has a very bad case of bedbugs We have collected 13 bed bugs already. We put everything in bags and it drives us crazy.

His coat has a very bad infestation of bed bugs. The parents need this bedbug checklist and the school needs to make a rule that parents must take measures when a child has been reported as bringing in bugs!

lin::

All your information on bedbugs is about hotels, what about just plain houses. They are hard to deal with and how can I get rid of them? Where do they come from in the first place? I have never had anything like this before. If spray and the people downstairs dont spray will come back upstairs.

Please answer my question soon.

Answer:

Lin,

You have not looked around and I dont just cover hotels as is clear in my responses and content.

I know youre excited about what is happening to you now, but take the time to read the information on my site and youll find all the answers to your questions. I cover it all, from how you end up getting them to how to do pest control yourself. For example, this bedbug checklist can be used anywhere (home, hotel, shelter, etc), the treatment page covers bedbug DIY solutions, etc.

Its all here, all free, just look around. And yes, if the neighbors below you dont treat their infestation, you can get them as well (on the treatment page I cover what the powder that you should spread around).

Best regards,

Jim.

Mary::

My mattress is tufted. At the tufts there is what appears to be dust balls- could this be bed bug residue?

jan::

I had a problem with bed bugs so I had a professional come in and spray. I was so terrified i threw out my bed my sofa. Im moving and turned over one of my small tables and there were sooo many balls of dust is that bed bugs????

Thank you

Hi Jan,

No, Im guessing it may be egg sacks not from bed bugs, but from spiders. Check out BadSpiderBites.com for more information on that.

It could also be dust, but doesnt sound like anything to do with bed bugs.

Best regards,

Jim.

Ricki::

I have stayed at a hotel this weekend. My husband woke up with a horrible rash and little boils all over his body. It itches very badly. I can only imagine its bedbugs. He did not eat anything different so I do not think its a food reaction.

I am washing and drying all the clothes that we had with us, as well as the ones we are wearing. Is there anything else I need to do to make sure I am not bringing any home with us?

Joan::

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Our neighbors have admitted to having bed bugs and told our landlord they took care of it NOW COUPLE MONTHS LATER we found a couple on one of our beds! Please know me or my husband have NEVER had bed bugs before we told our landlord and she is getting a pest control company to come treat both places and they are using Dragnet i was wondering can this being in our place pose a risk to my 5 year old! I read permethrin can be toxic to children Im worried

A certified pest professional should follow strict regulations and apply the insecticide according to label directions. If you vacate the premises as directed there should be no risk to your family. Dragnet is a product being used to control thousands of bed bug infestations and there are no problems when the product is used by a professional as directed. You may view a copy of the label here: http://pr-rp.hc-sc.gc.ca/1_1/view_label?p_ukid=67480440

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Ants and mice are moving inside and wildlife may be looking for potential harbourage areas. Spiders are constructing egg sacs and mosquito activity is increasing. House fly activity can be expected. Commercial accounts will need to be aware of increased small fly activity. Nuisance wildlife, such as squirrels and chipmunks, will be much more noticeable.

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Although bed bugs dont pose any serious health concerns they do live and hide in the areas where we sleep. They are mostly found in bedding, mattresses, on headboards and in bed frames and box springs. Due to their size and nocturnal nature bed bugs can easily go undetected. Dark spots and small blood stains may indicate the presence of bed bugs. Bed bugs also give off a sweet musty odour and will often leave their eggs and molted skins near areas they have infested. Good housekeeping may not eliminate the problem. Even upscale hotels are not immune bed bugs can thrive in a spotlessly clean room. Bed Bug infestations are difficult to deal with, and success depends on the thoroughness of the preparation, treatment and the follow-up. One of the most important steps in effective bed bug control is the accurate identification of bed bugs presence before starting any treatments. Home remedies, available in stores, are not very effective getting rid of a bed bug infestation. If you do choose to use an over-the-counter insecticide, make sure to read the label closely and follow directions. Your best course of action is to immediately contact your local Orkin Canada branch as we have extensive experience dealing with bed bugs. Pest control professionals administer the most effective treatments. It is advised that anyone with a suspected bed bug infestation contact their local expert to arrange an inspection and consultation.

There is no way to prevent bed bugs entirely; however, experts agree that early detection is the best way to prevent them from establishing themselves. A bed bug dog is your best tool for early detection. To prevent bed bug infestations you need to be vigilant in examining your surroundings. When returning from a trip, or a night out check both your clothing and luggage. If you think you may have a bed bug infestation, contact a pest control professional. This is not a pest that can be controlled with do-it-yourself measures.

Bed bugs are small, nocturnal and very difficult to detect. They are also very rugged insects and that can live for up to a year without feeding. They can hide in cracks and crevices and in hard to find spots and can withstand a temperature from almost freezing up to 122 degrees Fahrenheit. All of these facts make treating bed bugs very difficult and should always be done by a professional pest control technician such as your local highly trained Orkin Canada Technician.

Short of inspecting your own or a guests luggage and belongings as they come in, there is no known way to completely prevent bed bugs from entering a property. And once they are inside, two bed bugs can lay up to ten eggs in one day. Thats why it is important to have any rooms with a bed bug problem treated immediately to prevent them from becoming a widespread infestation.

To address current infestations, Orkin Canada will provide an aggressive treatment strategy that includes a thorough inspection of areas of concern to locate harbourage sites, as well as treatment of both infested and potentially infested areas. Orkin Canada will also conduct a follow-up inspection to ensure that the treatment was effective.

The threat of bed bugs is always present but Orkin Canada is always ready. Armed with the best training in the industry plus over 100 years of experience and success Orkin professionals will provide training for your housekeeping and engineering staff on proactive bed bug measures. A favourite spot for bed bugs to hide is under the seams of box springs andmattresses. Orkin Canada will teach the housekeeping staff to inspect for bed bugs while servicing rooms and thus helping identifiy bed bugs in hotels rooms.

An effective bed bug control strategy must start with an inspection. A highly trained pest control professional, such as your local Orkin Canada technician, would start with a thorough inspection of all known and suspected spots where bed bugs might be hiding. Bed bugs are not pests that can be effectively controlled by do-it-yourself means. If bed bugs are detected your pest control professional will develop a customized treatment and control strategy with you that depends on the size of the infestation.

Rising complaints about these unwelcome guests are leading to red faces at the reception desks of hotels and an increase in the number of help calls. Even though they dont pose a health threat, bed bugs, which live off human blood, can take a nasty bite out of a hotels reputation and business.

Orkin Canada recommends that you follow A.I.M. for the best results, when dealing with bed bug infestations. Assess the Situation:Your Orkin Canada Technician performs a thorough inspection of your home to locate any current bed bug infestations. Implement a customized treatment plan: Every bed bug problem is different; so is every treatment. Your Orkin Canada Technician is an expert on the entomology and life cycle of bed bugs and uses the appropriate treatment to match the extent of your problem. To protect your family and pets, your technician uses integrated pest control methods safely applying products only when needed. Monitor Results: With our established Quality Assurance regimens we will document everything & follow-up. Bed bugs are extremely hardy. A return visit from your technician helps ensure the maximum effectiveness of your program. In addition, we offer protective mattress covers to help prevent future infestations. Schedule a Bed Bug Inspection Today! Want to learn more about bed bugs? Click one of the links below:

If you suspect a bed bug problem, for best results, you should immediately contact a professional pest control company such as Orkin Canada and our highly trained technicians.

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