When it comes to pests that keep people up at night—literally—bed bugs top the list. These resilient invaders are known for hiding in cracks, traveling on luggage, and feeding on human blood while you sleep. In recent years, cases have surged across New Jersey, making early detection and professional treatment more important than ever.
Here’s everything Northern NJ homeowners need to know about bed bugs—from spotting early signs to keeping them out for good.
🔍 How to Spot Bed Bugs Early
Where to Look:
• Mattress seams
• Box springs
• Headboards
• Behind wall hangings and baseboards
• Electrical outlets
Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation:
• Small reddish-brown bugs (adult bed bugs are about the size of an apple seed)
• Rust-colored stains or smears on sheets or mattresses
• Tiny white eggs or shed skins
• Bites in a line or cluster, usually on arms, legs, or exposed skin
Important Note: Bed bugs are nocturnal and great at hiding—many people don’t notice an infestation until it’s well-established.
🧯 How to Treat a Bed Bug Problem
DIY vs. Professional Treatment:
While some try DIY methods like steamers or mattress covers, bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eliminate without professional help. Why? Because they hide in places you’d never expect—and can survive weeks without feeding.
What Hennebry Pest Solutions Offers:
• Full-home inspections
• Targeted heat and chemical treatments
• Follow-up monitoring to ensure total elimination
• Discreet and family-safe service throughout Northern New Jersey
Tip: Don’t toss your furniture before calling us—many items can be treated and salvaged.
🛡️ How to Prevent Bed Bugs in the Future
Top Prevention Tips:
• Inspect hotel mattresses and headboards when traveling
• Keep luggage elevated and away from walls
• Wash and dry clothes on high heat after returning from trips
• Seal cracks and gaps in baseboards and furniture joints
• Avoid bringing in used furniture without a professional inspection
Local Risk Alert:
Bed bugs are commonly spread through apartment buildings, college dorms, hotels, and public transportation in Morris, Warren, Sussex, and Hunterdon Counties.
Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite (Seriously)
Bed bugs are more than just a nuisance—they’re a health and sleep disruptor. If you suspect an infestation, act fast. The longer you wait, the harder they are to eliminate.
Contact Hennebry Pest Solutions, your trusted Northern NJ bed bug exterminator, for an inspection and treatment plan that works.
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