Do you know how to avoid hotel bed bugs? You may think you could spot a bed bugs infested hotel from the look of it, but you could be making a common mistake. Many people assume a hotel that looks like a dump may be more likely to be a haven for bed bugs.
While there may be some reason for that snap judgement, the awful truth is that bed bugs love staying in top ranked hotels too. A four star hotel is just as likely to have a guest who is unknowingly transporting bed bugs as does a flea bag.
Now to be sure, quality hotels have trained their staff to look for tell tale evidence of a bed bug infestation. Unfortunately that is not a guarantee that the guest just before you or the one before them didn’t accidentally leave behind some unwanted roommates.
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Hotel Bed Bugs Are Hitchhikers
Hotel Bed Bugs see you are their room service, and travel agent. They don’t just want to feed on you, they want to travel with you where ever you go and then share the snap shots of your travels in a dark corner of your bedroom at home.
There are precautions you can and should take when on business or pleasure travel to thwart hotel bed bugs and keep them from following you home.
This report reveals some simple common sense approaches.
- What you can do to check for bed bugs in your room
- How to respond when you discover hotel bed bugs
- General tips on how to not bring the buggers home
-Tips on where to put your luggage at the hotel and again when you get home
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Hotel Bed Bug infestations are among the top transfer points for the bed bug challenge.
Parasites can cause a lot of health problems that may lead to serious health issues. One such parasite is the bed bug. These insects feed on human blood and are hard to notice and find due to their size and nocturnal nature. It is important to get rid of bed bugs by exterminating them through the use of various techniques once you notice an infestation, or the start of an infestation, to prevent them from spreading.
Infestation can cause a person to have rashes and itchiness due to the bites. Some people break out in allergies with rashes and itchiness not only occurring near and around the bitten area but also in other parts of the body. Constantly being bitten by the little bugs leads to extreme discomfort and since they attack at night and in bed, a person could ultimately feel anxiety and become an insomniac. That is why detecting and getting rid of bed bugs is important – to avoid the bites and acquiring the psychological health problem.
There are several methods of detection and knowing where an infestation could occur. They favor living near beds and couches as it is near to their host. They also reproduce near their nest. These creatures are attracted to heat and carbon dioxide so you can use them for attracting the bugs. They also emit a smell that is like over-ripe raspberries or almonds. There are also pest control companies that make use of specially trained dogs to detect the parasites.
To get rid of bed bugs you can use one of a few methods. One is through the use of a pesticide. Since pesticides also pose a health risk for humans, especially children. It is not the most recommended course of action unless nothing else works. Some of these parasites have also developed a resistance to some pesticides so it may not be that effective anymore.
One recommended method is vacuuming the infested area. This is an effective method of removing the bugs from their nest. Its effectiveness, though, is limited to the bugs that are out in the open or are in open crevices where the vacuum can suck out the contents. Another method is by wrapping the mattress or couch cushions in plastic to prevent the parasites from infesting it.
Consulting a pest control professional is the best way to get rid of bed bugs. They will know whether a mattress used as a nest can still be used or should just be thrown away to avoid further multiplication of the bugs. They also have specialized equipment that is used to deal with these parasites.
Do you have a problem with bed bugs? Be sure to visit my site for more information on bed bugs signs and bed bug bites.
Jody L. Gangloff-Kaufmann from Cornell University gives the Home and Garden Information Center a presentation about bed bugs. You can also read Cornell’s publication on bed bugs here: www.hgic.umd.edu Edited by Alix Watson and Emily Heimsoth.
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It truly is hard to sleep tight when the bed bugs bite, since these insidious creatures are very real, and very nasty. You’ll have to be persistent to get rid of them.
Fairfax county has done a good job with this informative video. More informative than most. Tells how to prepare an infected bedroom in advance of a visit from professional exterminators.
Bed bugs are flat, wingless, blood-sucking insects less than ¼” long. They range in color from light brown to reddish-brown. Bed bugs lay up to 540 eggs in a lifetime, and each baby can be ready to ready to reproduce in only 21 days. Bed bugs are a nocturnal horror…
Need help with finding bed bugs and then identifying them? Here is a video from Cornell University to help.
Jody L. Gangloff-Kaufmann from Cornell University gives the Home and Garden Information Center a presentation about bed bugs. You can also read Cornell’s publication on bed bugs here:www.hgic.umd.edu Edited by Alix Watson and Emily Heimsoth
Due to the growing bed bug infestation problem, the old saying, “Sleep tight. Don’t let the bedbugs bite” is now a hard truth. Thought to be a “pest of the past”, which was eradicated in the 1960′s, infestation in the United States is growing at an alarming rate.
Although not life threatening, these blood-feeding insects can cause red, itchy welts and possibly allergic reactions to their human of choice.
Infestations have been confirmed everywhere from hospitals, homes, hotels to theaters. Actual statistics are astounding.
Rapid and Widespread Growth Bedbug Problem in United States
Statistics gathered by the National Pest Management Association conclude that since 2000, pest management calls because of bed bugs have increased 81%.
Pests in hotels have reportedly risen 50% between 2009 and 2010.
A startling 90% of treatments have occurred in apartment complexes and residential homes.
Results from 1000 pest management firms surveyed in Kentucky in 2010, confirmed that 67% have treated bed bug infestations in the hotel industry.
Even more astonishing is most of these parasitic insects are picked up by unsuspecting travelers, who return home with a hidden hitch-hiker.
Take Care When Traveling even in Top Rated Hotels
Beware and be aware these disgusting pests are not choosy about their habitat. From hovels to castles or even top rated hotels, anywhere there is a crack or crevice, bedbugs move in and call it home.
It is important to understand that dirt is not the bed bug attractor as we have long suspected. Rather than a sanitation concern, these insects go where there are warm-blooded humans to supply their feeding needs.
Travelers are most at challenge. Be mindful the most effective war against bedbugs begins at home.
* Check the free public database of Bed Bug Registry and Trip Advisor at: bedbugregistry.com for objective, user-submitted reports of bed bug citing at hotels and motels in the United States and Canada
* As a further precaution, telephone the hotel to inquire what method they use to protect guests from these insects
* If still in doubt, consider buying a protective luggage spray and treat your baggage.
* When you arrive at your hotel, inspect the room, paying close attention to brownish blood stains on bed linens, insects crawling on the bed and lift up the sheets to examine crevices in the mattress.
* When you return to your home, scrutinize your baggage, clothing, laptop computer and shoes.
* Wash your clothing in hot water.
You May not Need to Hire an Exterminator
It is within the realm of possibility that a thorough visual inspection and home treatment will suffice to get rid of bed bugs and you may not need to hire an exterminator. Just be mindful that if your home is heavily infested, you may have a difficult time eradicating them.
One tell-tale sign of infestation is the faint scent of raspberries. Do a complete inspection of your bedroom (similar to the hotel example above). In addition, look behind headboards and underneath the top mattress.
There are spray products for home use that deal with bed bugs, which contain glass and silica. Be careful not to inhale any harmful chemical spray.
Here is another major reason to get rid of bed bugs, they affect the value and saleability of your home. Here is an article written by Douglas Stern of Stern Environmental Group.
Buyer Beware – Bed Bugs Can Squash Real Estate Deals
An ancient human scourge has returned to cause panic among home and property owners, home buyers and Realtors. Bed bugs have invaded every state in the U.S. and reports of infestations have increased exponentially nationwide over the past few years. In a national survey of pest control companies conducted by noted bed bug authority Michael Potter for Pest Management Professional, Potter found, “A whopping 91% of respondents reported their organizations had encountered bed bug infestations in the past two years. Only 37% said they encountered bed bugs more than 5 years ago.”
Until a few years ago, most pest control companies said it was unusual to receive even one or two calls a year about bed bugs. Since 2004, however, bed bug complaints have grown exponentially with pest control companies nationwide now averaging between 10 and 50 calls a week. In major metropolitan areas, some companies are fielding 100 or more bed bug complaints each week. Some experts are predicting that 2008 will be the Year of the Bed Bug. Cindy Mannes, spokesperson for the National Pest Management Association, said bed bugs have become a serious problem in every state, noting, “There are some who call it the pest of the 21st century.”
Bed bugs are an equal opportunity pest. Infestations have occurred across the country in the tony co-ops of the rich and famous, in fashionable condominiums, in luxury apartments and in upscale suburban homes. Contrary to popular belief, bed bugs are not caused by filth or dirt. Like lice and fleas, bed bugs are creatures of convenience. A nuisance insect, they are not known to carry disease, but they can cause considerable discomfort, both mental and physical.
All but eradicated in the U.S. following World War II, the banning of powerful DDT-based pesticides, coupled with increased international travel, has brought about a nationwide resurgence of the annoying insect. Potter, an urban entomologist at the University of Kentucky, calls bed bugs the pre-eminent household pest in the U.S., on a par with cockroaches and rats. “This is one serious issue,” he recently told the New York Times. “This will be the pest of the 21st century – no questions about it.”
If you’re buying a house or looking for a new condo or apartment, take to heart the old adage Buyer Beware. You may be moving into a home that has been invaded by bed bugs. Most states require home sellers to provide buyers with an accurate statement disclosing the property’s condition, including pest infestations. However, there are loopholes that should serve as a red flag to home buyers and their Realtors.
Most real estate disclosure statements are fairly broad and do not specifically ask about bed bug infestations. If any pest disclosure is specified, it’s likely to be termites. Because bed bugs haven’t been a problem in the United States for so many decades, few current state or municipal codes address them specifically. In many states, sellers can choose not to fill out the disclosure statement and instead pay a penalty which is credited to the buyer. For sellers with a bed bug problem, a several hundred dollar penalty may seem an acceptable price for making the sale.
Buyers and Realtors should be aware that real estate disclosure laws that apply to home sales often don’t apply to co-op and condo owners. Before you buy, check with the local building and health departments to find out what the regulations are in your area. Although some states are now considering adding specific bed bug regulations to their realty laws, at this point common law is generally on the side of the seller. As real estate attorney Edward Sumber of New York told the New York Times, “Under the doctrine of caveat emptor – let the buyer beware – the seller has no affirmative obligation to reveal circumstances about the apartment to the buyer.”
However, disclosure laws in most states require the seller to answer honestly if specifically asked whether his home or apartment has been infected by bed bugs or other pests. Additionally, real estate brokers are usually obligated to reveal a bed bug problem to the buyer if they know about it. Unfortunately, in most states sellers are not required to tell their real estate brokers about bed bug problems. Essentially, that means buyers must rely on the integrity of sellers and landlords anxious to make a sale.
Many buyers shopping for a new home, apartment or condominium are now hiring a pest control company with an expertise in bed bug elimination to inspect the property before they buy. Some Realtors are recommending that sellers have their homes inspected for bed bugs before putting them on the market as both a reassurance and inducement to buyers.
What are bed bugs?
Evolved from bird and bat nest parasites, Climex lectaularius, the common bed bug, is a tiny nocturnal insect that hides in dark crevices during the day and feeds on human blood during the night. Their oval bodies are flattened and wingless and a light to reddish-brown in color. Adult bed bugs are 1/4 to 3/8 inch long or about the size of an apple seed. Before feeding, the bed bugs are as flat as paper, becoming dark red and bloated with blood as they feed, much like a tick. As they puncture the skin to feed — usually for 3 to 10 minutes — they eject an anesthetic that can cause an allergic reaction and the symptomatic itchy, red welts that bedevil their hosts. However, welts may take a day or two to develop and not all bed bug sufferers react to their bites, which can delay detection.
A female bed bug can produce up to 500 eggs during its average one-year lifespan, laying about 5 eggs per day. Difficult to detect without magnification, the eggs are whitish, pear-shaped and about the size of a pinhead. The female lays her sticky eggs in bedding and carpets or cements them into cracks and crevices near the bed to ensure a food source when the nymphs hatch. Nymphs, which are lighter in color and look like slightly smaller adults, hatch in 4 to 12 days and begin to feed immediately. Bed bugs progress through five nymphal stages, molting after each stage. The whitish carapaces they shed are a telltale sign of bed bug infestation. It takes 5 to 8 weeks for nymphs to reach maturity. Since several generations of bed bugs can be produced in a year, all stages of growth can be found in an infested room.
Bed bugs feed every 3 to 5 days and must feed at least once to develop to the next stage and to reproduce. They often void while feeding, leaving telltale rusty or tarry spots on sheets and in hiding places. Bed bugs can survive for 1 to 7 months without a blood meal and have been known to live in an abandoned house for as long as a year. They give off a distinctive musty, sweet odor often likened to ripe red raspberries or coriander.
Bed bugs will readily travel 10 to 15 feet to feed but have been observed traveling more than 100 feet from their established harborage to feed on a host. Once established, infestations can spread rapidly to adjoining rooms or units through crawl spaces, wall voids and electrical and plumbing conduits. Adept hitchhikers, bed bugs can easily enter your home on clothing, bedding, luggage, used furniture, cardboard boxes, etc. They can be brought home from a hotel stay or by sitting in a car, cab, bus, train or plane recently inhabited by an infested person.
What to look for
Bed bugs may be tiny but they leave telltale traces. Look most closely near beds and in bedrooms where bed bugs feed. Look for these telltale signs of bed bug activity:
* A heavily infested room may have a characteristic musty or sweet odor like the scent of fresh red raspberries or coriander; however, the odor may not be obvious.
* Look for active, crawling bugs on bed linens, carpet and furniture near the bed.
* Look for dark fecal and blood stains on bed linens; carpets and carpet welting; and in the seams, creases, tufts and folds of mattresses and box springs.
* You should also look for fecal smears or pea-sized pearly egg deposits behind headboards; along baseboards and door and window casings; around electrical plates; in plaster cracks; and under loose wallpaper, paintings and posters.
* Look for whitish nymph molts and old exoskeletons under area rugs, at the edges of carpets, and in under-the-bed storage containers.
* Beware of bats in the attic or eaves. Quite often bed bugs feeding on bats in the attic of a house will migrate to the living area in search of an easier food source, humans.
Buyer beware!
Bites, odor and voiding smears are indicators of a bed bug problem. However, these insects often go undetected when symptoms are not obvious. Bed bugs are also easily confused with other nuisance bugs like carpet beetles, bird and rodent mites, shiny spider beetles, parasitic wasps, even lint by the more paranoid, making definitive diagnosis a job for bed bug experts.
Before you buy a new home, ask the owner if there has ever been a bed bug problem. In co-ops, condos, apartments and any multi-unit residence, ask the property owner whether bed bugs have been reported in any unit. Before they buy, many home buyers are now requiring a pest inspection by a bed bug expert in addition to the traditional home inspection. When it’s buyer beware, it makes sense to protect yourself.
Douglas Stern is the managing partner of Stern Environmental Group and a bed bug extermination expert. His firm serves commercial and residential clients in New Jersey, New York City, New York, and Connecticut. His firm is located at 100 Plaza Drive in Secaucus, New Jersey. You can reach him toll free at 1-888-887-8376 or by email at info@sternenvironmental.com Please visit us on the Web at http://www.SternEnvironmental.com
Movies might depict them as loveable and fun creatures which embark on humorous and insightful adventures. Science might usually regard them as awesome and fantastic creatures simply because of their structure and characteristics.
But in reality, you’ll probably despise them. We’re talking about mites and bed bugs.
Bed Bugs and mites are tiny little insects that can thrive in your house. They truly do love to reside with people even if they are unwanted visitors.
Unlike a number of organisms, which scientifically, reside with you inside your house under a relationship known as commesalism (where their presence will not be regarded as burden), mites and bed bugs are disliked simply because they affect and pester individuals.
Mites for their part eat wood and can destroy a number of vulnerable furniture or fixtures inside your house. You will find rare occasions that mites are reported to bite individuals or animals. Usually, that’s not their intention simply because that’s not their thing.
Bed bugs, on the other hand, have to bite individuals to survive. It’s simply because they suck blood from unsuspicious and unwilling hosts or victims for nourishment.
Bed bugs have long and elongated sharp beaks that assist them pierce their hosts skin to suck their blood.
Generally, bed bugs go out and hunt or suck blood at night, when the unsuspecting victim is generally fast asleep. The bed bug bites are usually negligible, you are able to hardly feel them. That’s simply because mattress insects are so tiny and miniscule.
Don’t worry. Bed bugs can never suck too much blood from you. Usually, a single bug can suck only a sixteenth of a milliliter of blood from you.
That amount is so negligible.
Controlling mites and mattress insects.
The discomfort caused by mites and bed bugs are so disturbing that you’ll want to eliminate them totally from your life and from your house.
That’s why, since time immemorial, you will find lots of pesticides and insecticides that abound within the market to exterminate mites and bed bugs.
Substances that aim to control and kill these pest typically come in the form of sprays.
Anti-mites and base pests sprays have a variety of ingredients. Most of these sprays have powderized glass or silica powder. When you say powderized, it means they have been ground down to the tiniest and smallest size achievable.
Why glass and silica? We know that the two substances can cut almost any surface. Due to the fact mites and bed bugs skins are so tough and protected with a waxy coating, it takes potent materials to cut through their defenses and get through to their pores and skin.
Powderized glass and silica will do the trick.
Sprays that kill mites and base pests work in way that the chemical compounds are mixed with them. Right after spraying, or right after the mites and base pests are sprayed on with pesticides and pesticides, the powderized glass and silica cuts by means of their pores and skin.
Right after that, the mites and bed bugs and skin is going to be damaged. This allows the chemical to get in.
Chemical compounds typically get in to dry out or acquire away moisture from the insides or viscera of mites and bed bugs.
By means of the method, mites and base pests will be killed.
Be careful
However potent they may be in killing or exterminating mites and bed bugs, its wise to make certain to deal with pesticides and pesticides with utmost care.
Read all labels of this kind of sprays just before finally using them. You should realize how very poisonous they can be.
Also take note of the precautionary measures and 1st aid recommendations advised by the manufacturers of this kind of sprays in case you accidentally inhale any of these substances.
As much as you may be eager to get rid of these pests you don’t want to exterminated along with them.
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