Bed Bug Control in Lake Gaston

Do you suspect you have Bed Bugs in your home? Or do you simply have questions about what Bed Bugs are or what to be on the look-out for? Contact us. We have trained with the Nation’s TOP Bed Bug Experts, and can assist with quality bed bug control in Lake Gaston and surrounding areas.

Here at Commonwealth Exterminators we initially do a thorough inspection to determine the presence of Bed Bugs.

Bed Bug Extermination Process

• Inspection to identify presence of Bed Bugs
• Create treatment plan (targeted treatment or heat/steam treatment, or both)
• Educate residents on prepping for service
• Complete service
• Complete follow-up visits
• Final inspection to confirm elimination of bed bugs

Protect your home today! You can reach us at (434) 848-9800 or contact online to speak to a member of our team about our pest control plans.

What are the Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation?

Bed bug infestations can be difficult to detect early on because these pests are small and nocturnal. 

However, there are several signs you can look out for:

1. Bites on Skin: Bed bug bites often appear as red, itchy welts on the skin. They typically occur in clusters or a linear pattern and are commonly found on exposed areas of the body such as the face, neck, arms, and hands.
2. Blood Stains on Sheets and Mattresses: After feeding, bed bugs may leave behind blood stains on sheets, pillowcases, and mattresses. These stains can be small dots or streaks of blood.
3. Dark Spots on Mattresses or Furniture: Bed bugs leave behind fecal stains, which appear as small dark spots or smears on mattresses, bed frames, walls, and furniture. These spots may look like ink stains or pepper flakes.
4. Eggshells and Shed Skins: Bed bugs molt as they grow, shedding their exoskeletons. You may find empty eggshells or shed skins in areas where bed bugs hide, such as mattress seams, crevices, and behind furniture.
5. Musty Odor: In severe infestations, bed bugs can produce a musty, sweet odor. This odor is often described as similar to that of a wet towel or a damp, moldy room.
6. Live Bed Bugs: In advanced infestations, you may actually see live bed bugs crawling on your mattress, furniture, or walls, especially during the nighttime when they are most active.
7. Reddish-Brown Stains on Walls or Furniture: As bed bugs are crushed or squashed, they may leave behind reddish-brown stains on walls, furniture, or bedding.

If you suspect a bed bug infestation, it's essential to take action promptly. Contact a pest control professional for a thorough inspection and treatment plan. Trying to tackle a bed bug infestation on your own can be challenging due to the bugs' ability to hide in tiny cracks and crevices.