Bed Bug Inspection & Treatment Services

Bed bugs are one of the most difficult pests to eliminate without professional help. They are excellent at hiding, reproduce quickly, and can spread easily through travel, furniture, and personal belongings. If you suspect bed bugs in your home, apartment, or business, early detection is key.

Pest Patrol provides professional bed bug inspections and treatment options designed to eliminate infestations safely and effectively

Bed bugs are small, flat, reddish-brown insects that feed on blood, usually at night. They hide in cracks and tight spaces near where people sleep.

 

Common Signs of Bed Bugs Include:

• Bites on skin (often in clusters or lines)

• Small blood spots on sheets, pillowcases, or mattresses

• Dark fecal stains (tiny black dots) on mattresses, seams, or furniture

• Shed skins from growing bed bugs

• Small white eggs (about the size of a pinhead)

• Live bed bugs hiding in mattress seams, box springs, or furniture joints

• Musty odor in heavy infestations

How to Inspect for Bed Bugs

Bed bugs typically hide within a few feet of beds and couches, but they can spread throughout the home.

Check These Areas Closely:

• Mattress seams, corners, and tags

• Box spring edges and underside

• Bed frames, headboards, and footboards

• Behind wall outlets and switch plates

• Baseboards and cracks in walls

• Furniture seams, recliners, and couch cushions

• Behind picture frames and wall décor

• Luggage, backpacks, and clothing piles

Tip: Use a flashlight and inspect slowly. Bed bugs hide in very tight spaces.

 

What to Do If You Have Bed Bugs

If you believe you have bed bugs, quick action helps prevent them from spreading.

Recommended Steps:

• Avoid moving furniture to other rooms (this spreads bed bugs)

• Do not throw away mattresses or couches unless instructed by a professional

• Wash and dry bedding and clothing on high heat

• Seal clean items in plastic bags or totes

• Vacuum floors, bed frames, and furniture seams (dispose of vacuum contents immediately)

• Call Pest Patrol for confirmation and treatment options

Store-bought sprays rarely solve bed bug problems and can make infestations harder to treat by driving them deeper into walls and furniture.

 

Travel Safe: How to Avoid Bringing Bed Bugs Home

Bed bugs are commonly picked up from hotels, rentals, and public travel areas. Prevention is the best defense.

Travel Tips to Stay Protected:

• Inspect hotel beds before unpacking (mattress seams, headboard area)

• Keep luggage off the bed and floor (use a luggage rack if available)

• Store clothes in sealed bags while traveling

• Check upholstered furniture in hotels and rentals

• When returning home, inspect luggage before bringing it inside

• Wash and dry all travel clothes immediately on high heat

• Vacuum luggage and store it away from bedrooms

Extra Tip: Bed bugs can hide in luggage zippers, seams, and pockets—inspect closely.

 

Prep Before Bed Bug Treatment

Proper preparation is critical for successful bed bug treatment. If the home is not prepared correctly, treatment may take longer or require additional visits.

 

Before Treatment, You May Be Asked To:

• Remove clutter from floors, closets, and under beds

• Strip beds of all linens and bag them for washing

• Wash and dry bedding, clothing, and fabric items on high heat

• Place clean items in sealed bags or containers until treatment is complete

• Pull beds and furniture slightly away from walls (if possible)

• Vacuum carpets and furniture seams thoroughly

• Empty nightstands and dressers near sleeping areas

• Remove items from under beds and couches

• Avoid moving infested items into other rooms

Important: Do not apply sprays or chemicals before your appointment unless instructed. This can interfere with professional treatment methods.

 

Need a Bed Bug Inspection?

If you suspect bed bugs, Pest Patrol can help confirm activity and provide a treatment plan to eliminate them quickly and safely.

📞 Call today to schedule an inspection and get peace of mind.