Bed Bug Information

· Small Brownish red insects, usually 4-7mm long.  Eggs are 1-2mm long, white color

· Active at night time while you are sleeping.

· Usually can be found in seams of mattresses, cracks in headboards and footboards, cracks in baseboards, clothing, couches, chairs, etc.

· Bites can appear as red bumps that are ichy.  Usually see 3 to 4 bites in a straight line.

· May see blood spots on sheets, mattresses, and pillows in the morning

       How to Prevent Bed Bug infestations

· Vacuum regularly, if there are bed bugs present discard the vacuum bag after using.

· Do not buy used furniture or pick up furniture from the side of the road.

· When traveling – do not put bag on beds or on floors, put luggage in trash bags and seal, inspect the bed and room for signs of bed bugs prior to unpacking.

· Wash all used clothing as soon as you bring it home. Dry in a high temperature dryer for at least 20 mins to kill bugs or eggs that may be on the clothing.

Important Information

· Moving to a new home or apartment does not mean you are rid of the problem.  You can move the infestation with you.

· You do NOT have to throw away and buy all new furniture. Most furniture can be treated without any damage.

· For more great information on bed bugs you can visit http://www.michigan.gov/emergingdiseases/0,1607,7-186--147759--,00.html 

How to prepare your home for a Bed Bug treatment (Click here for a down loadable PDF)

· Remove all bedding and sheets from mattresses.

· Remove all items from under beds.

· Place Bedding and ALL clothing in a high temperature dryer for at least 20 mins. Place these into trash bags and seal.

· Move all furniture away from walls, so that technician can get to baseboards.

· Clear out all closets including floor and shelves.

· Dresser drawers must be removed and placed on floor with enough room for technician to move mattresses.

· Dust cloth from under box springs & furniture must be removed or permission must be given to All Seasons Pest Control to remove them.

· All People and Pets must be out of the areas treated for 2 to 4 hours after treatment.  Any one with breathing problems should remain out of the areas for 6 to 8 hours and anyone who is pregnant must be out for a full 24 hour period.