Bed Bug Excrement
We have been talking about bed bugs and how they are making a big comeback in both residential homes and hotels. We have talked about how to identify the insects, the bites that they leave and what they look like. Now, we will talk about something new. Bed bug fecal matter.
Bed bug fecal matter is another sign of infestation. You may find it in mattresses, along baseboards, and behind picture frames. Bed bugs have been around for thousands of years and the problem is on the rise again due to their ability to hide easily and reproduce quickly.
What is bed bug fecal matter?
Bed bug fecal matter is the excrement of a bed bug. It can be brown or black dots, which are usually found on the surface of mattresses. The fecal matter will be found in clusters, and it’s important to note that the fecal matter is not the cause of the bite.
Where can I find bed bug excrement?
Bed bug excrement can be found in a variety of places. The most common locations include:
- Mattress (some prefer to call this “bug poop”)
- Box spring (or box spring encasement)
- Sheets, pillowcases and bed skirts
- Headboard or frame of bed (if there is one)
How do I get rid of bed bug excrement?
- Vacuum. A vacuum cleaner is your best bet for cleaning up bed bugs, their eggs and excrement. However, vacuuming alone won’t eliminate the problem entirely—bedbugs can live in other areas of your home that you may not be able to reach with a vacuum cleaner.
- Dehumidifier. If you have a dehumidifier, use it to help reduce moisture levels in your home as much as possible (but be sure not to overdo it or else this could cause mold growth).
- HEPA filter vacuum. Using a HEPA filtered vacuum will remove any bed bug eggs and feces from surfaces that have been contaminated by infestations without disturbing them so they aren’t able to spread throughout other areas of your home after being disturbed by vacuums with high suction power levels.* Rubbing alcohol pads
If you think you have found an infestation of bed bugs, contact a professional exterminator as soon as possible.
If you think you have found an infestation of bed bugs, contact a professional exterminator as soon as possible. Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to get rid of and the longer you wait, the harder it will be for them to be permanently eliminated. A professional will be able to assess how much work needs to be done in order to eliminate the problem completely, including whether or not they can get rid of these pests without having to move out while their home is fumigated.
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