One of the most feared insects we deal with as a pest control company is the bed bug. These insects get into beds and couches and feed on your blood. Their bites can leave very itchy rashes or may not be noticed at all. At the end of the day, it’s unnerving to know there could be an insect in your bed while you sleep. Because of this, it’s important to contact a Tulsa exterminator if you think you’re having a problem with bed bugs. Let’s take a look at bed bugs and how they operate.

Bed bugs undergo incomplete metamorphosis as they develop into full-grown adults. They start as eggs, and once the eggs hatch, they become nymphs. These nymphs are smaller versions of adult bed bugs. They grow and molt five times before reaching adulthood. Each time, they shed their exoskeleton, allowing them to grow larger. This gives them the ability to go from tiny nymphs to full-grown insects. Newly hatched nymphs are pale or translucent. After taking a blood meal, their bodies can appear reddish as the blood becomes visible inside them.

If you think you’re having an issue with these bugs, it’s important to know what to look for. Adult bed bugs are small insects, about the size and shape of an apple seed. Their eggs are tiny, whitish, and about the size of a pinhead rather than a grain of rice. You can often find these insects in the mattress seams of your bed or in the bed frame. These bugs may also leave reddish blood spots and dark spots of fecal material on bedding or nearby surfaces. For more on identification and life stages, see the EPA’s bed bug appearance and life cycle guidance.

Scientists have not found evidence that bed bugs transmit diseases to people, which is good news. However, the psychological weight of these insects can be heavy. It’s unnerving to know there could be an insect in bed with you. To get rid of them, it’s important to use the correct treatment approach. Addressing an infestation early can help prevent it from growing into a much larger problem that’s more difficult to eliminate. Moving quickly and calling a good Tulsa exterminator is important. The University of Minnesota Extension also provides information on bed bug identification and management.

If you’re having a problem with bed bugs, contact TermMax Pest Control. We’re the best when it comes to dealing with these insects, and we can help you address the problem quickly and affordably. Just give us a call.