Prevent Bed Bugs From Getting Comfortable In Your Home
Although it is the winter season, there are some bugs that are still active. One of those being bed bugs. Prevention for bed bugs is important, as they are extremely difficult to get rid on once your home is infested. While it is best to call a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks once your home is infested, there are a few things you can do yourself, to help minimize the chance of your home getting a bed bug infestation. 1. Don't Bring Them Home If you are traveling, it is a good idea to inspect your hotel mattress for bed bugs before settling in. When you first arrive, inspect the mattress, box spring and any visible parts of the headboard, especially along the edges. Pull back the sheets and look along the ribbing and corners of the mattress and headboard. If you see any signs that they've been around, such as the bugs themselves, little brown spots or if you wake up with mysterious bites, tell the hotel management immediately. If you did experi...