It’s a fact that none of us like bugs on our items or worse, on ourselves. Bed bugs have a reputation for only inhabiting places and homes that are dirty. This is simply not true. These little creatures that feed on human blood can be found in the cleanest locations, from offices and homes to even airports. Colorado Pest Management offers professional bed bug control in the Denver metro area. Below, we’ll go over a few items that bed bugs are attracted to and a few tips on how to keep them at bay. Contact us today!
Dark Colors
Studies show that bed bugs love dark-colored items, such as red and black bed sheets. Experts believe that because bed bugs are these colors, they see them as great places to camouflage from potential predators.
Warm Places
Warmth means that a potential host (aka, you) is nearby. Bed bugs are attracted to our body temperatures by instinct, so while there is not much you can do about your body temperature, keeping your room cooler can make your bedroom less attractive.
Be Vigilant While Traveling
Most people catch bed bugs when they hitch a ride on them as they are traveling from place to place. From a public bus to the library, a grocery store, schools, and more, bed bugs can drop from their initial hosts and then cling onto a new one when they pass by. Be vigilant when you visit unfamiliar locations where you may pick these little guys up.
Wash Items that Are from Other Homes
If you spend the night in a hotel, a guest stays at your home, or your kids have a sleepover, you should wash all bedding and clothing as soon as possible afterwards in hot water in order to kill any bed bugs that may have been transferred.
CALL COLORADO PEST MANAGEMENT TODAY
When it comes to pests, including bed bugs, Colorado Pest Management has got your residential or commercial pest control needs covered. Whether you notice ants, cockroaches, spiders, raccoons, or bed bugs, we can help. With over 30 years of experience, we can rid you of your pests quickly and efficiently. Give our team a call for an inspection today.