Pests

Bed Bugs

Bed Bug Pest Control

The existence of bed bugs goes back thousands of years. As one of the oldest known pests, they continue to infest homes and businesses in Yorkshire thanks to their hitchhiking skills and ability to hide everywhere from your mattress to your electrical sockets.

Signs of bed bugs

Buildings with high occupancy such as hotels, care homes, student accommodation and apartment buildings are increasingly seeing issues with bed bugs as once an infestation is established, it’s easy for it to spread to other rooms, making it even more difficult to get rid of bedbugs.

See Where Do Bed Bugs Come From? for more information

Noticing bites on your body- you won’t feel the bite but waking up with bite marks on your legs, arms and body is typically the first sign of a bed bug problem – be careful these don’t indicate an allergic reaction.
Shed skin- bed bugs shed their skin as they go through life cycles and leave visible skin behind
Faecal matter- tiny black dots that look like pen staining
Blood spotting- tiny blood stains found on bedding can be caused by bite wounds
Odours- with heavy bed bug infestations, you might be able to smell a sweet almond type smell
Seeing bugs- bed bugs are small and hard to see but you might find them hiding in creases and cracks if you know where to look

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Where do bed bugs hide?

Bed bugs need blood from humans to survive so they typically inhabit bedrooms and areas where people sleep but they hide in any small crack and crevice

Crevices around bed frames and mattresses
Behind skirting boards and door frames
Behind electrical wall sockets
In sofas and upholstery

Bed bug pest control procedure

DIY methods of removing bed bugs are not recommended as it can end up being very time-consuming to resolve a bed bug infestation fully, especially in commercial properties or large residential buildings where there are a lot of infested items. Realistically, it’s always best to consult a pest controller if you’re experiencing a bed bug infestation, hiring a professional means they can treat the problem for you and help to prevent bed bugs coming back.

Step 1

A professional pest controller will visit the property to undertake a thorough examination.

Step 2

When we have located the bed bug problem and ascertained the extent of the infestation, we will outline a suitable treatment.

Step 3

Bed bug treatment involves using a suitable insecticide that will kill all stages of the bed bug life cycle.

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We offer pest control services across Yorkshire including:

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If you’re looking for a professional and dependable pest control partner for your business, MJB Pest Control is here to help. Contact us today to discuss your specific needs and find out how we can help keep your premises pest-free.