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The History of Bedbugs Part Two

The History of Bed Bugs
The History of Bed Bugs

Although bed bugs have been part of the environment for thousands of years, during the 1940s and 50s, infestations in the U.S. were minimal. This was due in part to an increased usage of vacuums and washing machines along with available products designed to eliminate the thirsty bloodsuckers.

Increase in the Bed Bug Population

During the 1990s, international travel became more common, which led to bed bugs hiding away in luggage and being transported back into the U.S. to homes and hotels. Anywhere people who had picked them up abroad and then traveled in the U.S. could become a target for bed bugs. This included airplanes, trains, cruise ships, subways, vehicles, and public buses.

Facts and Stats

A survey conducted in 2015 showed 99.6 percent of pest control professionals, including your NJ bed bug specialist, had been contacted to treat bed bug infestations. The percentage was the same for 2013 but was higher than the previous 5-15-year range.

According to experts, the three areas with the highest population of bed bugs include hotels and motels, apartments and condominiums, and single-family homes.

Summer seems to be the season with the most bed bug activity, which means it would be a good time to schedule an inspection with an NJ specialist.

When you’re in need of a professional pest expert, contact Stern Environmental. We have the experienced staff and products to make your space bed bug free.

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Buying a Home, Better Ask the Bed Bug Question

Bed Bug Infestations
It’s Better to Ask

You’re in the market for a new home and you find the house of your dreams, but before signing on the dotted line, there’s an important question you need to ask the seller and the realtor – has the house been inspected for bed bugs?

Disclosure Statement

In some states, a disclosure statement is required that lays out the home’s condition. You’ll want to know the status of any bed bug infestation before moving in.

Bed Bug Myths

Bed bugs are often thought to be the result of dirty or filthy living conditions, but this is not true. Bed bugs show no favoritism between a hostel and a luxury five-star hotel. The bugs are savvy, opportunistic travelers that hitch a ride on everything from tote bags and suitcases to clothing and backpacks.

Bed bugs only live in the mattress is another myth. While they like dark, cozy places, bed bugs are found behind walls, in seat cushions on trains, planes, and automobiles, or in packed boxes.

The bugs are a health hazard and carry diseases. This isn’t true but they can cause allergic reactions for some. Most people only experience red, itchy bite marks.

Once you’ve moved in, you can always have your home inspected by a NJ bed bug exterminator for signs of activity.

For information about bed bugs, contact Stern and speak to an expert NJ bed bug exterminator about available products and treatments.