What is one of the most annoying pests you can find at your home? Some will say rats. Others may say spiders. However, one of the most annoying and sneaky pests you can find at home is bed bugs. These tiny creatures live in essentially any soft material in your home, from your bed to your clothes. As such, bed bug infestations can happen anywhere in your house, and knowing the signs that they're there will help you quickly identify the need to get them eliminated.

That said, here are the signs that your home is infested by bed bugs:

Sign 1. You See Them Crawling Around

Perhaps the most obvious sign that you have bed bugs in your home is if you see small, reddish-black insects crawling around. The bed bug is rather small and flat, making it hard to spot if you don't know what you're looking for. You may see them in places like the floorboards, in bed frame joints and in mattress seams. They are also known to hide in seemingly safe places like picture frames, nightstands and floorboards.

Sign 2. You Have Bite Marks

Bed bugs are known to bite and can cause itchy red bumps (which may also be accompanied by a rash) that may last for a few days. These are a direct result of them feeding on you, typically while you're sleeping. If you have experienced this, chances are you have bed bugs at home.

Sign 3. You Notice Blood Spots On Your Bedding

If you see blood spots on your bedding, this is a telltale sign of bed bug activity. However, these blood spots may appear on your bedding even if you aren't experiencing bites or seeing any live critters. This is because bed bugs often eat and then leave their blood-filled droppings behind.

Sign 4. You See Shiny Specks On Your Bedding

Bed bugs shed their shells, and this is one of the reasons why you can find shiny specks on your bedding or anywhere else that their nest is located. As such, if you spot any shells lying around, chances are, they're from bed bugs. Also, if you spot any of their eggs, this is a sure sign that your home is infested.

Sign 5. You Have A Bad Smell In Your Home

If you have bed bugs at home, you may be able to smell a strong, musty odour coming from bedding and other areas of your house. This odour is the scent of the bed bug itself, and it is also a telltale sign that you have these pests in your home.

Conclusion

There are a number of signs that you have bed bugs, and they are helpful tools in determining if you have them. If you spot any of these signs, don't wait too long. Otherwise, they're going to cause a whole world of trouble despite their small size. As such, if you notice any of the signs above, be sure to immediately contact a professional pest control service to get them eliminated. That way, you can go back to enjoying a life free from bed bug infestations and all the trouble that they bring along.

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