I often get calls from people who can’t quite understand how bed bugs managed to find their way into their home. The truth is, bed bugs are masters at travelling unnoticed. They don’t jump or fly — but they’re very good at hitching a ride. Whether it’s on your clothing, in your luggage, or even inside second-hand furniture, these little pests will take any opportunity to move in and make themselves at home.
Once inside, they spread quickly. Bed bugs hide in cracks, seams, and joints — and because they feed on blood, they tend to stay close to where people sleep or rest. It doesn’t take long for an infestation to grow, and by the time you spot them, there are usually many more hidden out of sight.
Why DIY Treatments Don’t Work
I completely understand why people try to deal with bed bugs themselves — nobody likes the idea of calling in pest control if they can help it. The problem is, most shop-bought sprays or foggers don’t get to the root of the problem. Bed bugs hide deep in furniture and behind skirting boards, so anything you spray on the surface will only kill the ones you can see.
Worse still, DIY treatments often make things worse. When disturbed, bed bugs scatter and hide in new areas — spreading the infestation further through your home. It can turn what might have been a small, contained problem into something much more difficult (and expensive) to put right.
Professional Bed Bug Removal
When I deal with bed bugs, I use specialist treatments that target both the bugs you can see and the ones you can’t. I also carry out a full inspection to find where they’re hiding and advise you on how to prevent them coming back. It’s a thorough process, but it’s the only way to get a true, long-term solution.
If you’re worried about bed bugs or think you might have brought them home, don’t wait — they won’t go away on their own. Get in touch with me today for advice or to book a professional treatment.
Worried about bed bugs in your home?
I offer discreet, effective bed bug removal across Peterborough and the surrounding areas. Contact me online, call me on 07423 726 398, email slspestcontrol@gmail.com or, message me directly on Facebook.