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Bed Bugs Infestation and treatments

America is facing its second-worst bed bugs epidemic (the first one being in the 1900s). when it happened the first time, bed bugs were treated with DDT and it felt like the situation was under control but then evolution happened. The theory of survival of the fittest practically happened in case of bed bugs; they evolved. Pesticides (even DDT) stopped working; all pesticides work by targeting the nervous system of these creepers and they learned to block the nervous passage. As pesticides couldn’t fry their brains anymore, bed bugs returned. It happened long before the ban on DDT. Now treating these “new and improved” bed bugs with chemicals is almost impossible. The only method that has proven to be effective for this new generation bed bugs is heating/freezing treatment, as they can’t stand extreme temperatures.

Physiological and psychological effects of bed bugs on humans:

Bed bugs do not cause any serious physiological diseases in humans except they feed on us. Yep! Bed bugs violate us in the worst way possible by feasting on our blood while we are in the most vulnerable state i.e. sleeping in the sanctuary of our bedrooms, leaving red itchy spots. On the other hand, the psychological effects of bed bugs infestation are quite drastic. Most mental illnesses start with disturbed sleep cycles and lack of sleep and bed bugs can cause extreme restlessness by sucking your blood in the middle of the night, resulting in disturbed sleep. The severity of mental issues caused by bed bugs can be judged by looking at a recent case in which a woman (with a history of mental illness) committed suicide as bed bugs caused her psychological health to deteriorate. Her family sued the property owner (for the apartment she was living in) and was awarded $1.6 million in compensation.

DIY methods for bed bugs:

You can try DIY extermination methods but should know which ones actually work. Ultrasonic devices, mothballs, rubbing alcohol and baking soda are all proven to be ineffective when it comes to bed bugs. DIY methods that work for bed bugs extermination are:

Washing your bedding with hot water and then drying them in a drier (with steam) at maximum heat settings (that material can stand, of course).

Using steamer for mattresses, curtains and carpets.

Using mattress encasement.

Getting rid of extra furniture and clutter

Freezing your pillows and bedding in a freezer

These options are available but there is no guarantee that bed bugs will remain at bay. Moreover, for safety purposes, it is always better to call a professional bed bugs exterminator in Ardmore. Bed bugs are a nuisance for homes, offices and hotels alike. A motel in Ardmore was forced to shut down because of bed bugs infestation until they seek professional help for extermination. If you live in Ardmore and are suffering from the wrath of these pests Bed Bugs Delco can help you. They are one of the most experienced bed bugs exterminators in Ardmore.