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Bed Bugs - From The Bed and Beyond

Are bed bugs not allowing you to sleep properly? Engaging Protech Pest Control for bed bug control in Melbourne can help you sleep better. These tiny bloodsuckers don't transmit any diseases, but their bites are painful, itchy can cause discomfort. This can easily be avoided by hiring the experts!

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Bed Bugs - From The Bed and Beyond

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  1. Welcome To Protech Pest Control Bed Bugs - From the Bed and Beyond

  2. What is a Bed Bug? Bed Bugs are small, brownish blood-sucking bug which usually feeds on human blood, mostly at night. They exist for more than 3,300 years and are found everywhere, including hotels, schools, offices, residencies and even public transportations. Bed bug bites can result in skin rashes, allergic symptoms and psychological effects as well. The worst part is that identifying bed bug bites is hard as they are usually confused with bites from another pest, making it difficult to detect bed bug infestationand opt for correct bed bug pest control treatment.

  3. Different Types of Bed Bugs? • You’ll be surprised to know that there are around 90 species of bed bugs exists in the world. Luckily, only three of them feed on humans and out of which two are found in Australia. • They are: • C. Lectularius- Also known as “Common Bed Bug”, this is one of the most widespread species across the globe. Being adapted to temperate climates, they usually feed on humans. • C. Hemipterus-Known as Tropical Bed Bug, this species usually prefers higher temperature and humidity and are usually limited to tropical regions.

  4. Signs of Bed bug Infestation • Small reddish-brown faecal spots on mattresses or upholstery • Bloodstains on your sheets or pillowcases • Cream coloured eggs – usually laid in dark areas • Eggshells, or shed skins in beds and their other hidden place • A foul odour from the scent glands of bugs

  5. Where Do Bed Bugs Hide Themselves? • Mattresses, sheets and blankets • In crevices or wall cracks • In between the cracks of wooden floors • Carpets • Loosened edges of wallpaper • In seams and cracks of furniture

  6. Bedbug Bites – Symptoms, Signs & Home Remedies • Signs: • A burning, painful sensation • A raised itchy bump on the skin • Redness, swelling, and itching • Symptoms: • In very rare cases, some people develop severe reaction from bed bug bites and require medical attention: • Blisters • Fever • Feeling nauseous • Irregular heartbeat • Difficult breathing • Home Remedies: • Cool compresses • Apply a blend of water and baking soda • Oatmeal baths • Try OTC medications to combat itching

  7. Effective Bed Bug Treatment • Thoroughly wash, clean and vacuum all the bedding and surfaces • Steam clean carpets • Wash bedding and affected clothing in hot water and dry them on the highest dryer setting • Thoroughly scrub mattress seams by using a stiff brush to remove bed bugsand their eggs • Frequently vacuum your bed and surrounding area. • Repair cracks in plaster. Also, if there’s any peeling wallpaper glue it to avoid any places where bed bugs can hide. • Get rid of clutter around the beds • Hire a professional bed bug exterminator to get rid of bed bugs completely

  8. Hiring a Professional Pest Control Operator • A licensed and qualified pest control expert will inspect the property and determine the extent of bed bug infestation. • After the inspection, the team will use eco-friendly and certified pesticides to get rid of bed bugs from the property. • Recurring visits can ensure that the bed bugs at various stages of the lifecycle have been eradicated. • Also to avoid future bed bugs infestation, opt for good hygiene practices such as regular house cleaning and vacuuming mattress, etc. • However, avoid vacuuming immediately after the treatment to ensure that the residual pesticide isn’t removed.

  9. Thank You Don’t Let Bed Bugs Disturb Your Sleep! Get in Touch with Protech Pest Control For Safe, Effective & Affordable Bed Bugs Treatments! Protech Pest Control 4/11 Cooper Street, Campbell field, VIC 3061, Australia Mon to Fri - 8:30AM to 5:00PMMuziTsolakis – 1300 486 149 https://www.protechpestcontrol.com.au

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