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The insidious trait of bed bugs in Los Angeles and around the world is how sneaky they are. Bed bugs are capable of hiding in almost any crack or crevice. Yes, they get their name from their tendency to hide in bedding, sheets, mattresses, and bed frames, but that’s not the only place they can infest. Bed bugs can crawl behind picture frames on the wall, too, or within electrical sockets, other types of furniture, and carpeting. If your property has been infested, small red bites may appear on your arms, legs, and torso.
Whatever you may be experiencing with bed bugs, Western Exterminator pest control services in Los Angeles can help. Our experts are trained to detect bed bug infestations, find where they’re hiding, and offer effective treatments to help eliminate bed bugs at all life stages.
If you think you might have a bed bug problem, it’s important to act quickly. Our bed bug exterminators in Los Angeles can help confirm if there’s an infestation and recommend the right approach. Below, we explain why inspections matter and what to expect from the process.
A bed bug infestation can be overwhelming and disrupt sleep for both homeowners and guests of hotels and other commercial properties. When it comes to bed bug inspection in Los Angeles, professional help is best. Our expert technicians know how to spot signs of activity in hidden areas, like inside furniture or behind baseboards. DIY inspections often miss the early signs, letting the problem grow.
Western Exterminator provides comprehensive bed bug services throughout Los Angeles County, identifying infestations and implementing targeted treatments to help eliminate them effectively. Our technicians understand the behaviors of common pests, including bed bugs, and know exactly where to look.
If you wake up with unexplained bites or find dark spots on sheets or mattresses, it may be time for a bed bug inspection. Other signs can include shed skins, musty odors, or seeing the bugs themselves. Property owners should be especially alert to pest activity after travel or visitors. When these pests get into your home, they can spread quickly and become harder to manage without proper bed bug removal.
During a professional inspection, our trained technicians check areas where bed bugs hide. This includes beds, furniture, carpets, and even cracks in walls. They look for live bugs, eggs, and other signs of activity. Western Exterminator’s bed bug control experts use their experience to assess the situation and suggest the next steps. You can book a free pest inspection, and once the inspection is complete, you’ll get a clear explanation and a free estimate for recommended treatment options.
Bed bugs are insects. They are very small, about the size of an apple seed and are part of the Cimicidae family of insects. These tiny, crawling insects feed only on blood, like tiny vampires. They do not have wings and cannot fly. Bed bugs go through numerous life stages during their life cycle and in nearly all stages, they require a blood meal to molt and eventually to produce eggs and reproduce.
Bed bugs feed on the blood of mammals, particularly humans. This means they seek out humans, using the various sensory organs their body contains, to find people to feed upon, and then they hide and lay eggs near the food source they have found.
Yes, bed bugs bite. They have specially designed mouthparts that they use to pierce the skin and into a blood vessel. Much like other blood-feeding insects, such as mosquitoes, they inject chemicals into the puncture they create. The first is a mild anesthetic so the person being bitten does not feel the bite and disturbs the bed bug. The second chemical is an anticoagulant, so the blood flows freely into the bed bug’s system and does not clot.
What bed bug bites look like to the average Los Angeles resident depends on the person being bitten. Sometimes, the bites just appear as a slight red rash on the body. Other times, the reaction to the bite and the fluids injected is a bit more intense, and the bites itch and become raised much like mosquito bites.
In reality, insect bites can be hard to identify. If you’re worried about a bite or any symptoms, it’s best to speak to your healthcare professional.
If you live in Los Angeles and find you have a bed bug infestation, there is usually a low risk to your health. Bed bugs are not like mosquitoes, which are known vectors of numerous diseases. However, allergies and pre-existing medical conditions can complicate things. If you’re worried about bites, speaking to a medical professional can help put your mind at rest.
The other problem with bed bugs is psychological, since they feed on people when they are sleeping. The idea of being fed upon by insects while people are sleeping can usually be mentally damaging enough to cause people to call in experts to get rid of bed bugs.
If you live in Los Angeles and find you have a bed bug infestation, there is usually a low risk to your health. Bed bugs are not like mosquitoes, which are known vectors of numerous diseases. However, allergies and pre-existing medical conditions can complicate things. If you’re worried about bites, speaking to a medical professional can help put your mind at rest.
The other problem with bed bugs is psychological, since they feed on people when they are sleeping. The idea of being fed upon by insects while people are sleeping can usually be mentally damaging enough to cause people to call in experts to get rid of bed bugs.
After an inspection is completed, our experts can confirm if bed bugs are present or not. Our experts can provide targeted solutions designed to match the severity of the infestation. We’re here to guide you every step of the way. Whether it’s heat treatment, fumigation, or another trusted method, we’ll build a plan that fits your home and helps eliminate bed bugs. Explore our services below to learn how we can help exterminate bed bug infestations.
Professional bed bug treatment in Los Angeles starts with a careful assessment. Based on the inspection results, our team will recommend the right method to target bed bugs at all life stages. Common techniques include bed bug heat treatment, which can help eliminate bed bugs at all life stages, as well as bed bug fumigation, steam remediation, and insecticide treatments.
The most effective way to tackle bed bugs is through bed bug heat treatment or a structured treatment plan that our experts recommend. Heat helps kill bed bugs and their eggs in hard-to-reach places without chemicals. In certain situations, a combination of techniques might be used, such as steaming, insecticide treatment, or fumigation.
While DIY methods might offer short-term relief, they rarely address the root cause. To address infestations and help eliminate the problem, trust our expert pest control services.
Whether you’re signed up to our PestFree365+ annual treatment plan1 or you’re reaching out to us for the first time, Western Exterminator in Los Angeles, CA, can help you get rid of bed bugs and restore some peace of mind. Our bed bug experts have tools and methods to help find where bed bugs are hiding. We will examine areas around your home where bed bugs may be hiding and provide treatment solutions that can help get rid of bed bugs at all life stages. Bed bugs breed fast, and leaving behind just two bed bugs can create a brand new infestation.
Wherever you are on the West Coast, we’ve got technicians on hand. Whether it’s a bed bug infestation or you’re dealing with rodents, ants, wasps, cockroaches, hornets, termites, or other common household pests, contact Western Exterminator and talk to one of our professionals today.
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