Why do bed bugs and apartments where seniors live seem to go hand in hand?  There are several reasons why these types of residences seem to become overrun with bed bug infestations.   Seniors are often living on a fixed income.  Because of their limited income they must make their money stretch and save money where they can.  Buying used clothing, books, or furniture that is second hand is commonplace for many seniors.  Unfortunately, these articles are notorious for being infested with bed bugs as they are often purchased from a yard sale or second hand store.

Another reason that bed bugs are able to thrive in senior apartments is that many seniors are not able to properly prepare for bed bug treatment when a pest control professional is scheduled.  Bed bug treatment preparation takes extensive effort and cooperation from all tenants within a multi-unit housing facility for eradication of the bloodsuckers to be successful.  Seniors with limited mobility will have a difficult time with the task of washing all clothing, vacuuming the entire living space including the mattresses and box springs, and de-cluttering their living space.

It only takes one fertilized bed bug on one item that is transported into a senior apartment building for the entire building to become ablaze with bed bugs in a short period of time.  It’s important for apartment owners to hire a NJ or NYC pest control professional like Stern Environmental Group for fast bed bug eradication in multi-unit apartment buildings, businesses, or homes.

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