The thought of bedbugs feeding on your body at night isn't very comforting and something no one wants to go through. With more and more people traveling and the usage of pesticides declining, bedbugs are on the rise. If you find yourself frequently traveling for business or pleasure, you may be exposed to bedbugs. Truth be told, getting rid of bedbugs isn't an easy job. You may need to call an exterminator. Here are some tips on how to get rid of bedbugs and how to avoid getting bedbugs in the first place.
There are several actions you could take which may make the bedbug situation worse. Many people panic when they first discover they have bedbugs. Don't do this, try to remain calm. Another mistake people make is to grab the nearest can of insecticide and start spraying or set off foggers. The insecticides could be harmful to small children and pets. Also spraying insecticide could actually cause the bedbugs to seek shelter and spread out to other areas of your home. Here's another potential problem with trying to get rid of bedbugs using sprays and foggers. These products are not supposed to be used on mattresses, bedding, or clothing. Are there potential side effects? Do you really want to find out the hard way? If you already have a spray can are still planning on spraying, it's important to spray in corners and any small spaces where bedbugs could hide. It's also a good idea to read the instructions on the can before spraying.
Bedbugs can be easily picked up by people traveling, to be careful wherever you go and make sure that you stay clean. While it's less likely that a five star hotel will have bedbugs than a fleabag motel, you can never be certain nowadays. There is no guarantee that any environment will be free of them because it only takes one person to bring bedbugs into a room. No matter where you are staying, with friends or family, or a lavish hotel, it is always a good idea to check for bedbugs. Be sure to keep your clothes and your travel bag in a location that bedbugs are unlikely to be, especially if you believe that they are in the same room that you are.
At your local pharmacy, you can pick up some boric acid powder which is a great repellent for bedbugs. Do not place this powder in your bed, but around it. To prevent them from getting in your sheets, placed this powder in pathways in cracks leading to your bed. The use of boric acid, typically for cockroach eradication, can be used to repel bedbugs. If you have been vacuuming and steam cleaning regularly, but cannot get rid of your bedbugs, you can also call an exterminator for help. To summarize, bedbugs are a nuisance that have rapidly spread to many parts of the world. Although these bugs can cause unsightly and itchy sores, and are very annoying, you can ultimately get rid of them. Although we have presented many ways that you can deal with bedbugs, you will need patience and consistency to finally eliminate them once and for all.
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