Bed Bug Control in Jacksonville, FL

Bed bugs are tiny creatures that can cause a significant amount of damage to your home and family. These rust-colored pests have six legs, oval bodies and are relatively flat. Bedbugs feed on human blood, and because they are primarily nocturnal insects, most of the damage occurs while you are asleep. 

Are Bed Bugs Dangerous?

When bed bugs feed, they can leave behind a series of red welts on your body. While they are not known to transmit any diseases, their bites can cause pain, itching and allergic reactions. In the most severe cases, their victims have even developed anemia. Because bed bugs can be difficult to eradicate, their presence can cause a great deal of anxiety and pain.

How do Bed Bugs Enter Your Home?

Bed bugs are prevalent in hotels, and they can crawl into your suitcase and hide. When you arrive home, you may unwittingly be bringing unwanted visitors with you. They can also enter your home if you purchase used furniture, bedding, mattresses or rugs. Once inside your home, bedbugs hide in your mattress, upholstered furniture and carpeting. They may even hide behind baseboards, wallpaper or picture frames.

Signs of an Infestation

If you find unexplained bites on your body or notice red smears on your sheets and mattress, you may have an infestation of bedbugs in your home. However, to ascertain that bedbugs are present, you must be able to positively identify the pest.

Contact Busy Bee Termite and Pest Control

If you suspect that you have bed bugs in your home, professional help is necessary. We can thoroughly inspect your home and recommend the best course of treatment. For a free quote, contact us today.