Bed bug extermination and control in Northeast Ohio
Bed bugs are one of those pests that you just can’t live with, and any number of bed bugs in your home is unacceptable. From Cleveland to Akron, we have seen bed bug infestations that would make anyone uncomfortable. Bed bugs are not only scary but also a health hazard.
According to the EPA, bed bugs are not known to transmit disease, but they are a pest of significant public health importance. These bugs leave skin sheds behind that can cause severe allergies and asthma. Bed bugs also bite and cause dermatitis. Bed bug bites can lead to secondary infection. In rare cases, you can develop anaphylaxis from bites, which is a type of shock that can be fatal. Regarding the mental health associated with bed bugs, The American Institute of Medicine says “In some individuals, psychological sequelae resulting from bed bug biting events include nightmares, flashbacks, hypervigilance (to keep the bugs away), insomnia, anxiety, avoidance behaviors, and personal dysfunction. These symptoms are suggestive of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)”.
It is important to reach out to a pest management professional today to achieve total eradication. SMART Exterminators has several years of experience in eradicating bed bugs in the Cleveland, Ohio area. It is important to work with a company like SMART EXTERMINATORS that follows proper protocols to ensure safety and effective treatment.
Why bed bugs are dangerous:
- Allergic reactions
- Anxiety and phobias
- Dermatitis
- Secondary infections
How do bed bugs get into the home:
- Luggage from traveling
- Guests coming into the home
Signs of a bed bug infestation:
Bed bugs can cause physical, and mental chaos in your home. Some things you’ll want to be on the watch for are bed bug skin sheds around the seams of beds and furniture, along with black and rusty colored spots in these areas. You’ll likely also find live bed bugs in these areas. You may also discover bed bug eggs in areas where you find love activity and spot stains. These eggs look like a grain of rice, but much smaller measuring about 2.5 mm long. You can read more about these early warning signs from the EPA section of how to find bed bugs and the Ohio State University extension fact sheet.
Use our SMART Exterminators approach to bed bug control:
SMART Exterminators is here to serve your bed bug problems all over the Northeast Ohio area. You’ll receive thorough instructions before your treatment for preparing the home for the best possible service. (Also for flea and cockroach control). An assessment will be made for your individualized treatment program.
We take pride in our SMART approach to bed bug control. Our principles of being SAFE, MEASURABLE, ADAPTABLE, RELIABLE, and TIMELY ensure a complete approach to bed bug control. We can save your time, money, and a big headache trying to treat your own bed bug infestation. We use state-of-the-art practices and products for all your pest control needs.
After a thorough inspection, we will physically remove as many bed bugs as possible with a vacuum, resulting in a quicker success of your bed bug service. Following a thorough vacuuming, we then apply our products to tufts, seams, and fold of beds and furniture. Treating the perimeter of rooms and crack and crevice areas such as under baseboards, and behind outlets. Lastly, monitors will be placed in high activity areas so we know how the infestation is doing on your next appointment. We take all precautions to ensure products are applied safely and responsibly, we care about your family. This method achieves total eradication! You will receive at least one follow-up service and have listed steps repeated as needed to ensure that we’ve solved your bed bug problem.
If you have signs of a bed bug infestation in Northeast, Ohio, please contact SMART Exterminators today.
