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Bedbugs are parasitic insects that feed on the blood of animals and people. They're small but easy to identify thanks to their flat shape and reddish-brown coloration, and they can be found all around the globe. This makes them tricky to eliminate, which is why so many affected residents and businesses turn to the help of pest control services. If you're wondering if professional treatment is necessary, here are answers to a few frequently asked questions that can shed some light on the burgeoning bedbug predicament.  

4 FAQs to Better Understand Bedbugs

Are Bedbugs Dangerous?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), bedbugs are more of an annoyance than a direct threat. While these pests don't spread disease, their bites cause plenty of itching that will keep most people up at night. All that scratching could also lead to a skin infection, so you'll want to hire a pest removal professional as soon as possible. 

How Do I Know If I Have Them?

bed bugIf the aforementioned itching isn't enough of an indicator, the coinciding bite marks are a telltale sign. But these marks can take up to two weeks to show, so in the meantime, you should be on the lookout for other pieces of evidence. These include everything from the actual sight of bedbugs to a musty smell, post-molting exoskeletons, and small blood-colored spots in potentially affected areas. 

Who Is at Risk for Bedbugs?

Unfortunately, all you have to do to get bedbugs is visit a location with an infestation and unwittingly take some back with you. Those who travel frequently should be extra cautious, as bedbugs can easily make their way onto luggage or clothing you leave lying around hotel rooms and other rentals. This is also one of the key reasons you should always carefully inspect used furniture purchases before bringing them into your home.  

How Do I Prevent Infestations? 

Whether you already had an infestation or just want to prevent one from occurring in the future, the best method of protection involves inspecting bedbug hot spots like mattresses and other pieces of furniture thoroughly and regularly. The sooner you spot a budding infestation, the easier it will be for a pest control service to eliminate. 

Now that you know what to expect from the dreaded bedbugs, you know you'll need to act fast getting rid of them. Once you manage to clear the infestation, speak with your exterminator about additional preventative methods to make sure it never happens again. 

 

Acme Pest Control Co has been the Concord and Charlotte, NC, area's go-to source for pest removal for 70 years. If you think you have bedbugs, they'll perform a thorough inspection and get to the source of the problem in a fast and efficient manner. Head to their website for more details about their pest and wildlife control services, and call them at 704-786-4166 to take the first step toward a pest-free home today.

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