Good news, I’ve been working on a site update over the past few weeks and it’s almost ready to go live. The update is going to include several new pages on getting rid of bed bugs. These pages will include information on tackling the problem yourself (DIY) as well as helping you decide if you […]
Recent chat with a Bed Bugs Exterminator
I spoke today with a local bed bugs exterminator. I guess it is more proper to call him a Pest Control Operator (PCO). Our conversation covered a few areas and I thought people would find the details interesting. I live in the state of CT and we are seeing a definite increase in bed bug […]
Bed bugs in condo?
I came across this short QA on how to deal with bed bugs you find in a condo that you are renting: http://realestateqa.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/10/16/dealing-with-bedbugs-in-a-rented-condo/ The bottom line is that the condo’s owner and even the managing agent have some responsibility to address the problem: The respective responsibilities between the owner and the board are governed by […]
Fall house cleaning at BedBugInfo.com.
The change is subtle but BedBugInfo.com got a big overhaul under the hood recently. Content I added several new high-level pages based on visitor feedback and restructured the menu. Now the site is much easier to navigate which means you find the information you need as quickly as possible. Look and Feel I made several […]
Bedbugs are no longer just a sign of bad hygiene
That’s an interesting quote from the PalmBeachPost.com. Bedbugs were believed to have been exterminated with the wide use of DDT. However, a banning of the controversial pesticide and the increase in international travel have resulted in the re-emergence of bedbugs across the country. Trevisol stresses that bedbugs are no longer just a sign of bad […]
What is the typical bed bug size?
Bed bug size depends on the age of the bed bug. The bed bug life cycle consists of three main stages: egg, nymph and adult. Bed bug eggs are about 1mm long (about the size of a poppy seed) which makes them very difficult to see when they are single. They often occur in clusters […]
New Content on Bed Bug Infestations and Bed Bug Prevention
Just a quick post to let you know about two three new pages I added to the site. What is a bed bug infestation like? is a fictional scenario I pulled together from stories people have sent me through this site. A lot of these stories have a few things in common that you’ll see […]
Bed Bug Travel Tips: Do I take my own advice?
Sitting in a hotel room writing some brand new content for this site, this question occurrs to me: Do I practice what I preach? The answer is: mostly. 😉 Now that I’m back, let’s see how well I did using my Bed Bug Protection Tips for Travel article as a best-practice example. The table below […]
Bed bug information at a glance
I came across a very good one-page write up on bed bugs in the Times Leader: What to do when bedbugs start biting. The writer hits on all the important topics. A few bits stand out: If I have them, am I a lousy housekeeper? Bedbugs have been found in even the nicest homes, but […]
How to Check for Signs of Bed Bugs in your Hotel
Rick Steinau from asktheexterminator.com shows you how to check a hotel room for signs of bed bugs. This short video is a must-see for any traveler. If you’re traveling, these 2 articles will also be helpful: Bed Bug Protection Tips for Travel, Bedbugs in Hotels and Hostels.