Tag: Bed Bug Control
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Do Bedbugs Prefer Colored Sheets?
Could the color of your bedsheets have an impact on bed bug infestations? Depending on the current color scheme in your bedroom, you might want to make some changes to your bedding. Which Colors Attract Bed Bugs? Researchers have discovered that bed bugs tend to be attracted to a couple of different colors, while other…
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Are Bed Bugs Getting Harder to Kill?
Applying chemical pesticides to infested areas is one of the most common ways to get rid of bed bugs, but it’s losing its effectiveness. Bed bugs are becoming more resistant to some types of chemicals, making it more difficult to destroy these pests. A recent study done at Virginia Tech showed that pesticides that are…
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Bed Bugs Invade NJ Municipal Court
Bed bugs are becoming a bigger problem around the country, and New Jersey is no exception. The Jersey City Municipal Court recently dealt with a bed bug infestation this past summer after battling these tiny pests back in 2010. Bed bugs in the court were detected using dogs that are specially trained to sniff out…
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Feeling Itchy? Could You Have Bed Bugs?
If you wake up feeling itchy and notice red marks on your skin, bed bugs might be the culprit. These tiny critters have been spreading throughout the country, including NJ. While they rarely cause medical issues, their bites can cause an allergic reaction. Bed bugs bite humans in order to feed on blood. You most…
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What’s Trending #BedBugs!
The term “trend” often applies to something that’s new and fun. It’s not so positive when referring to the upward trend in calls from homeowners and apartment residents reporting bed bug sightings. Recent reports from Tucson, AZ show that they are keeping pace with the rest of the nation. Robert LaFrance of Arizona Heat Pest Control…
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Will Faking Out Bedbugs Be the Next Big Thing?
Bed bugs are pretty tricky, and they’re mighty hard to get rid of once you’re infested. After trying a handful (or more) of do-it-yourself options, most people realize the need to contact a NJ pest control professional to get rid of them. However, a new product might be coming to the market soon, and experts…