A Comprehensive Guide to Detecting and Preventing Bed Bugs

🔍Inspect your mattress, focusing on seams, tufts, and underneath the mattress for live bed bugs, fecal staining, and eggs.

🛏️Strip your bed and inspect the box spring, paying attention to seams, cracks, and crevices on the headboard for signs of bed bugs.

🔎Flip up the box spring and examine the seams on the underside, looking for insects and fecal staining.

🔧Remove the corner protector on the box spring to inspect for bed bugs and eliminate any potential harborage.

☎️If you have concerns about bed bugs, contact Modern Pest Services for professional assistance.

What are the signs of a bed bug infestation?

—Signs of a bed bug infestation include live bed bugs, fecal staining that appears as small pin marks, and clusters of small white eggs.

Should I remove the cheesecloth when inspecting the box spring?

—Yes, remove the cheesecloth to inspect the inside of the box spring for bed bugs and signs of infestation.

How often should I inspect my mattress and box spring for bed bugs?

—Regularly inspect your mattress and box spring for bed bugs, especially when traveling or if you suspect an infestation.

Can I prevent bed bug infestations?

—Although it is challenging to prevent bed bug infestations entirely, you can reduce the risk by regularly inspecting your sleeping area and keeping it clean and clutter-free.

What should I do if I find bed bugs?

—If you find bed bugs, it is best to seek professional assistance from a pest control service experienced in treating bed bug infestations.

00:10Welcome to the Modern Pest video guide on detecting and preventing bed bugs.

00:23Inspect your mattress for live bed bugs, fecal staining, and eggs, focusing on seams, tufts, and underneath the mattress.

00:38Strip your bed and inspect the box spring for signs of bed bugs, such as live insects, fecal staining, and eggs.

01:04Flip up the box spring to examine the seams on the underside, looking for insects and fecal staining.

01:22Remove the corner protector on the box spring to eliminate harborage and inspect for bed bugs.

01:40If you have concerns about bed bugs, contact Modern Pest Services for professional assistance.