Share:

A bedbug infestation is one of the most uncomfortable types of residential pest control problems — and once you have them, they're hard to get rid of. If you find yourself dealing with an infestation, Bugout Termite & Pest Control offers bedbug extermination in Glen Burnie, MD. But there's also a lot you can do before you get to that point to prevent the situation from escalating.

How to Protect Yourself & Avoid Bedbug Extermination

1. Understand the Signs

If you have red, itchy welts after an uncomfortable night's sleep, bedbugs are a likely culprit. You can also identify an infestation by what the bedbugs leave behind — small rust-colored stains, grainy dark excrement, and shed skins.

2. Cover Your Mattresses

Bedbugs thrive on corners and seams where they can hide during the day. To limit their opportunities, always use a full-encasement mattress cover. Choose one which is designed to be bedbug-resistant, with a light color that will make it easier to spot any invaders.

3. Check Secondhand Items

If you receive any used clothes, furniture, or bedding, check it thoroughly for bedbugs before you bring it into your home. You can also proactively treat items for bedbugs just to be on the safe side.

4. Vacuum Frequently

Bed Bug ExterminationEven if bedbugs make their way into your home, you can keep them from establishing a foothold by vacuuming them up before they find a hiding place. Vacuum regularly, especially after moving items around.

5. Use a Dryer

If you do have bedbugs, they can be killed by drying your bedding and clothes on high heat. While you'll still need to treat other bedbug hiding spots with pesticides or other bedbug extermination techniques, heating your bedding can provide quick relief from immediate attacks.

Don't just live with bedbugs in your home. Start making changes today to keep the bugs out — and if you already have an infestation, call for bedbug extermination. You can reach Bugout Termite & Pest Control at (410) 760-6065 or request an appointment online. The team can also be found on Facebook.

tracking