Bed bugs can be a problem during any time of year. While some people think that the cold weather kills off all pests, this unfortunately isn’t the case. Bed bugs can still live on in your home during the cold winter months.
If you think you may have a bed bug problem, don’t panic. There are a few things that you can do to control and prevent bed bugs.
1. Make sure the pests are definitely bed bugs
Fleas and ticks can be confused for bed bugs, so if you see tiny pests in your home, don’t immediately assume they are bed bugs. You can compare pictures of these bugs on Google to see exactly what you are dealing with. If you’re still not sure, call your local pest control service to come do a routine check.
2. Eliminate clutter
Having a cluttered home just gives bed bugs more places to hide and can make them harder to treat. By eliminating clutter, you are taking the first step to prevent bed bugs in your home. If bed bugs are migrating towards your bedroom, make that room as clean as possible.
3. Do not bring food upstairs
As bed bugs do end up in people’s bedrooms, it’s vital to avoid bringing food to the bedroom as well. Food will only attract more bed bugs and will make them want to stay put in your room.
4. Wash your clothes and blankets
Make washing and drying your clothes, sheets, and blankets part of your routine. Bed bugs and their eggs can hide in all kinds of fabric. Washing and heat-drying these materials can eliminate bed bugs pretty quickly.
5. Vacuum
Vacuuming bed bugs is a great way to get rid of them. Vacuum carpets, furniture, beds, and in cracks and crevices. Make sure that are you are done, you take the vacuum bag out and dispose of it immediately. Don’t keep it inside your home – put it outside in a trash can. You don’t want to risk keeping hose bed bugs in your home.
If you have more questions or concerns about bed bugs or other pests, contact Ideal Pest Control today!
Our team of pest control experts are here to make your home pest-free. We can help you with termites, bed bugs, ants – you name it. We also offer commercial services as well. Call us at 912-232-4992 or click here to schedule an inspection.
