Bed bugs are small parasites that feed on human blood. They are nocturnal and become active in the dark. Attracted to the body heat of humans, they feed on the blood of a person by biting in the neck, arms, and legs.
Bed bugs primarily inhabit places with beds, such as residential homes, ships, and hotels. They typically spread through the clothing and luggage of people who travel worldwide and sleep in different locations. Bed bugs leave behind offspring at each sleeping place, hiding in seams and crevices, under mattresses, behind wallpaper, and near the head of beds.
Appearance
- Reddish-brown in color
- Dark red after a meal
- Oval shape
- Approximately 5-8 mm in size
Identifying
- Bed bugs are often only recognizable after they have bitten
- Bites are characterized by red bumps forming a row
- Bites are commonly found on the neck or on hands arms and legs
- Bed bugs can also be identified by sudden bloodstains on bedding
- Presence of droppings (black dots) they leave behind
- Shed exoskeletons and eggs in dark and hidden places
Warning!
Upon detecting bed bug activity, contact a pest control professional immediately. Dealing with a bed bug infestation, given its scale, is something that should be left to a professional. Never move items around the ship to avoid spreading the problem.
Control
If you identify a bed bug infestation, contact De Ongedierte Expert. Before control measures, the crew will be asked to dispose of all clothing, bedding, and curtains in trash bags, then wash them at a minimum of 60 degrees Celsius.
Our service worker will then perform treatment:
- Steam treatment to kill all living insects.
- Application of long-lasting insecticides in areas where bed bug activity is detected.
- Application of oil suspension to enhance the effectiveness of the insecticide.
One of our staff members will conduct an inspection, searching in objects such as mattresses, box springs, bed slats, nightstands, wardrobes, switches, and paintings. This search will look for droppings, shed exoskeletons, eggs, and living bed bugs in all stages.
Bed bugs are parasites that feed on the sleeper’s blood. This problem will only be solved by an expert
Once the control is completed, the service worker will provide advice to prevent new infestations. A consistent part of our service is providing a self-help kit, allowing for more effective control during periods when professional pest control is not feasible.