Bed Bugs Detection Tips

Everything you need to know about bed bug detection and the use of bed bug dogs.

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While DIY projects can be fun and seem like a great idea, when it comes to bed bugs that have infested your home or office that might not be the case . According to the research highlighted and discussed throughout this piece, taking a DIY approach to detecting and removing bed bugs tin might not be the effective solution you are looking for and with the varying results uncovered you (and your neighbors) could still be at risk of infestation.

Join us as we look into what was uncovered by Changlu Wang, a researcher at Rutgers University and his team after looking into the effectiveness of DIY bed bug strategies, the failure rates of other at-home products and what all this means for those about to take a DIY approach to treating their bed bug infestations.

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Anyone who frequently travels or stays in hotel rooms can attest that being vigilant when it comes to bringing bed bugs home with you is essential. Whether they jump on to your luggage or attach themselves to your clothing; being in a place where there are a lot of people around puts you at higher risk of bed bugs spreading throughout your home. That’s why for those of you ‘frequent travelers’ out there we are sharing our top tips for keeping bed bugs off of your clothing and out of your house.

If you just came back from a long trip or recently visited placed like nursing homes that commonly have bed bugs the last thing you want is for the infestation to spread throughout your home. The clothes you wear can be a prime candidate for those bugs to get into your house and start multiplying. 

This is especially true if you have purchased second-hand or vintage clothing where you might not be sure where they have been and whether the previous owner had be bugs. Armed with these recommendations you can rest easy knowing your clothing is bed bug free.

As you enjoy the full articles and details here are some of the methods you can expect to learn about and should be using after your next trip:  

Try to unpack in a space such as a garage that’s away from your bedroom.

Look for an area that doesn’t have a carpet for easier detection and identification.

Make sure to place the clothes and even luggage you had with you in a separate bag.

Thoroughly was your clothing in hot water and place it in the dryer on high heat for a min. of 20 minutes to help get rid of potential bugs still present.

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A big concern for senior citizens is having a bed bug infestation and not being aware there even is an issue and without treatment the problem only escalates. Proper education of the signs and symptoms of having bed bugs can be incredibly important, especially when senior citizens are involved. Whether in an independent living facility, nursing home or just in their apartment when dealing with the elderly there is often a sense of denial or inability to detect when an infestation is present; which can result in a much larger issue as these bugs multiply and spread elsewhere.

To highlight how serious of an issue it can be and the importance of early bed bug detection for senior citizens we wanted to share an alarming case study with you of what could happen when an infestation is left untreated.

In this case an elderly man who lived with bed bugs in his home for over 20 years without seeing visible symptoms didn’t even knowing they were there! 

Find out what happened and what they did to address the issue all these years later.

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The recent legislation passed by the NYC Council requires property owners to place bed bug history in their buildings in a prominent location is being heavily opposed by landlords. Additionally according this legislations building owners must share that information with any new tenants or those renewing their lease.

We look into why so many are describing this new legislation as ‘overkill’ and believe it to only create additional obstacles for the already established bed bug registrations. Some of the points critics of the legislation have rose and we discuss at greater length throughout this piece include:

It creates more work and expenses for those owners have already done their part addressing a potential infestations.

There is already enough legislation in place to help keep tenants protection from bed bugs.

The bill doesn’t speak to the role of the tenant who should be responsible for potentially bringing bed bugs into the new apartment with their belongings but even after a landlord has already done everything they can to keep infestations out it’s their responsibility to pay.

The legislations serves to frighten tenants without a proper reason.

Even without anything to worry about these new restriction could prevent future residents from renting an apartment.

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The recently passed Connecticut (HB 5335) Tenant-Landlord Bed Bug Treatment Legislation means new responsibilities and duties for both landlords and tenants.

Learn what is expected of you, what's changed and why as an apartment manager you need to establish a bed bug policy in your buildings.

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Using certified canines to sniff out bed bugs

A full presentation covering everything you should know about bed bug detection dogs and what qualifications make a great canine bed bug finder.

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How to manage a bed bug free independent living center for your senior residents and the importance of being proactive in preventing and detecting infestations.

Being proactive in your search and prevention of bed bugs can be one of the best decisions you make as a manager; especially for independent living facilities that are at a higher risk of infestation. We take a look at how this approach can save you from a much larger and costly issue and tips for creating a bed bug free environment for senior residents.

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Educating your residents about bed bug prevention and properly communicating with them about how important vigilance can be is essential to landlords or property managers at risk of infestation.

Our tips and guidelines for property managers on how to communicate with resident about establishing a bed bug prevention process and what you need to know to keep the issue from spreading to other units

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VIDEO EXTRA: Brockton taking a bite out of bedbugs with a special dog

Specially trained dog is sent into the Campello High Rise to sniff out bedbugs

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Since June 2008, Mike Morin and Don Frey, owners of Stratford-based Bed Bug Finders LLC, have been using dogs to find bed bugs in homes and businesses.

The proliferation of bed bugs, which feed primarily on human blood and hide in dark places, has grown 35 percent annually, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, Morin said.Pasha and Ruby have sniffed out the bugs, which have not been known to carry diseases, in items such as magazines, clock radios, New York Yankees memorabilia, suitcases and books, Morin said.

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A helpful checklist and guidelines for landlords or property managers to help find, remove and prevent infestations in facilities before they spread and become a much larger issue.

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A collection of surprising bed bug facts from our pest detection experts that you should to know to avoid daily infestation threats.

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Having certification is the best way to make sure your bed bug dog has been properly trained and their skills are being worked on every day.

We discuss the certification process bed bug dogs through and how that translates to more effective and accurate detection results.

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We take a look at the recent bed bug discovery on NYC Subways and how those studies have changed the way we look at bed bug treatments and detection

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Learn why the superior senses of some dogs make them ideal for finding bed bugs and how inspectors are able to communicate with them to detect these unwanted pests.

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A history lesson on bed bugs and how bacteria has influenced these pests' life cycle.

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One of the greatest concerns of any New Yorker taking the Subway is bringing home bed bugs with them on the way home. We take a look at the best ways to spot and avoid these pest during your next train ride.