Bed bugs are notorious for keeping you up at night. These pests hang out near humans, hoping to get a bloodmeal. Because they are tiny, they are excellent at staying hidden. This can make it easy for them to spread to new locations. Knowing where these pests come from will make it easier to prevent an infestation. Check out how bed bugs can end up in your home.
Traveling
You aren’t the only one that enjoys traveling to a new place, bed bugs do too. Hotels are a hotspot for these pests because many people are coming and going from hotels. This provides bed bugs with plenty of opportunities for a bloodmeal. Not only can they infest hotel rooms, they can also be carried home with you. Bed bugs can easily slip into your luggage, backpack, or hand bag. When you get home, these pests can spread throughout your home. Before settling into your room, make sure to check for these pests.
Neighbors & Friends
If your neighbor or friend is dealing with bed bugs, these pests could become a problem for you too. Bed bugs can easily travel between walls in apartments and college dorm rooms. If your neighbor has an infestation, these pests could make their way into your space. It is also possible that someone could unknowingly carry bed bugs into your home when they visit or you could bring bed bugs homes after visiting their place. Bed bugs can latch onto clothes and bags and ride home with you.
Infested Public Spaces
Bed bugs can be a problem anywhere people spend time. Public spaces, like libraries, movie theaters, airports, and schools, can house these pests. Public transportation can also be infested with bed bugs. These pests have been found on planes, buses, and trains, and they typically gravitate to the upholstered seats. If you visit a place where bed bugs are hanging out, there’s a chance these pests will follow you home.
Used Furniture & Clothes
You can usually find a good deal at flea markets and yard sales. Shopping these deals is great, but it’s important to be on the lookout for bed bugs. These pests can hide in cracks and crevices on used furniture. They can also be found on used clothing. Before bringing your new pieces home, thoroughly check them for bed bugs. You’ll also want to look for dark or red stains on the items since this can be a sign of bed bugs. Make sure to wash any clothes you purchase as soon as you bring them home. Hot water and high heat will help to kill bed bugs.
Unfortunately, bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers, which is why you have to be on the lookout for these pests. Knowing where they are likely to be found will make it easier to avoid an infestation. If bed bugs or other pests are bugging you, we have your back! For a more environmentally and family-friendly solution, check out our Maggie’s Farm Simply Effective™ Pest Control products.