Can’t sleep from scratching bed bug bites? Tried and failed to remove them on your own? Here’s why calling in the pros might be the better, more cost-effective option if you want a good night’s sleep.
Is there a bed bug season? While many pests come and go with the weather, these tiny hitchhikers are a year-round problem.
They can sneak into your home through luggage, second-hand furniture, or even visitors, and then settle into the seams of your mattress, the corners of your couch, and cracks in your baseboards. Once they’re in, they’re not leaving on their own.
And while they don’t carry disease, they can still make your life miserable. Bed bugs feed on blood, usually at night, and their bites can leave behind itchy, red welts. And if you value sleep, you won’t get any with the constant scratching that comes with a bed bug infestation.
“The longer you let them linger, the harder it becomes to reclaim your peace of mind and your home,” says a pest control expert from Connor's Pest Pros, a Virginia-based pest control company that says most of its call-outs stem from bed bug problems.
After seeing the first signs of an infestation, many people turn to do-it-yourself methods, often with the goal of avoiding spending. “But here’s the problem: bed bugs are incredibly hard to eliminate without professional tools and training,” the experts say. “They hide in the tiniest crevices, can survive for months without feeding, and lay dozens of eggs that hatch quickly.”
Over-the-counter sprays may kill a few visible bugs, but they rarely reach the hidden ones. Even popular solutions like diatomaceous earth or heat treatments require careful application, consistency, and luck. “And if just a few bugs or eggs survive your efforts, they can start the whole nightmare over again within weeks.”
Often, hiring a specialist results in more savings than watching YouTube tutorials for a DIY solution. “Those in the trade like us have the tools, training, and strategies to get the job done thoroughly and efficiently, often within the same day,” Connor's Pest Pros says.
If you’ve tried tackling the problem on your own with no luck, you’re not out of options. Some pest control companies offer affordable, flexible treatment options to help cash-strapped households deal with stubborn infestations cost-efficiently.
“You won’t miss the amount you spent once you’re snoring like a baby, bed bug free.”
