Treat Bed Bugs

For unknown reasons, bed bugs infestations in certain cities around the world have increased dramatically. Cities in the U.S., Africa, Europe, and Canada have seen a significant rise in bed bugs. These little bugs get their name from their favorite habitat, which is mattresses (they also like other soft furniture like sofas). Some experts believe the reason for the increase is the rejection of DDT, a harsh insecticide (with chlorinated hydrocarbons) that works against bed bugs. Gentler insecticides simply don’t work as well. Other products that make use of cedar oil, natural enzymes, and cinnamon are said to work, but not as effectively as DDT. There are those people that believe we are seeing a bed bug epidemic. And there are some who are now willing to bring back DDT in small doses and specific applications only.

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Dunno why, I just thought that perhaps bed bugs might hate the smell produced by the different insence sticks. If anyone has them, could they try it for me?

Dunno why, I just thought that perhaps bed bugs might hate the smell produced by the different insence sticks. If anyone has them (bed bugs that is), could they try it for me?

bed bugs also hate bug spray.

We are having a problem with bedbugs. I read in wikipedia using Diatomaceous earth with some oils kills bed bugs forever. I am planning to buy that DE. Is that a good idea? and by the way we even tried fabric steamer, steaming my bed every for 2 days but no use. Still I am getting some new bites every day. Some one please help me.

So far I found that DE does not really work. I work in a pest control company and I do at least 3 to 4 bed bug jobs a day. So I have alot of experience with bed bugs. The best thing to do is to have a pest control company come in and treat for them. You can though buy some rubbing alcohol but it has to be 70% or greater. Put it in a squirt bottle and that will kill all 3 stages of them on contact. You can also get plastic bed covers which will keep them in there and not let any more get in. If you have any more questions feel free to ask.

I dont want to catch bed bugs! I was at a place where i heard about 5 people say they have bed bug so i was wondering if i could catch them just by sitting next to them.

They can travel in clothing but it’s unlikely. You’re more likely to get them on you from sitting on a couch or bed at a place that has them. Bed bugs usually just stay hidden and only come out to feed during the night, they don’t stay on people’s bodies but there is a chance they could get on your clothes.

If you’re worried, you can wash your clothing and bedding on hot. Good luck, they are a real pain to deal with.

Never in my life have I had a problem with bed bugs now I believe I have them in my couch and perhaps my bed. I literally have not clue how that is possible. I purchased the set of furniture from a renown furniture store and have fully paid it off - would I be able to exchange the couch which seems to have the problem?

I would first off like to try things on my own but it’s a fine leather couch and am afraid I may ruin the leather. Any suggestions??? Thank you all.
One more thing - can they live in your clothes?

You poor baby! Actually, bed bugs are a problem in many reputable hotels, too. They are very easily spread and will live anywhere there’s food. Meaning your blood. You need to contact an exterminator if you want this problem dealt with quickly.

If you want to try to take care of this yourself you will have to be very, very diligent. I understand bedbugs are very hard to get rid of. Here’s how to do it.

Buy some diatomaceous earth from your local nursery. Don’t get the stuff they use in pool filters! Diatomaceous earth is a natural product that is non-poisonous but will make small cuts in the chiton (exoskeleton) of all bugs. The bugs will dry out and die. You just have to be careful not to inhale the stuff, so use a dust mask when spreading it around affected areas.

If you can’t afford an exterminator, read my source and follow the instructions there. Be warned, though, DE will take days and days of application, re-application and heavy vacuuming to work. Be sure to apply the DE and vacuum in ALL the crevases. Bugs like to hide.

DE is good for any type of bug. I use it around my peach tree to get rid of the pincher bugs that like to feast on it and extermination companies in Florida use DE in regular applications around homes. This stuff really works.

For more info on diatomaceous earth, just look in Wikipedia.

is there an alternative to throwing out all my things in order to get rid of bed bugs? I think I may have picked some up while traveling in italy, i am covered in red bites all over my body.

http://www.ipmctoc.umn.edu/Travellers_prevent_hitchhiking_bedbugs.pdf
http://www.howtogetridofstuff.com/pest-control/how-to-get-rid-of-bedbugs
http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-Bed-Bugs