Guides and advice

Bed bugs are not a sign of a dirty home. They are expert hitchhikers that spread purely by finding a warm host to feed on, and almost anyone can pick them up without realising it until the bites appear.

Bed bugs are masters of concealment, and by the time most people realise they have an infestation, it has usually been building for weeks. Knowing exactly what to look for gives you the best chance of catching the problem early and getting it dealt with before it spreads.

Bed bugs are one of the most persistent household pests you can face, but with the right approach they can be eliminated completely. This guide walks you through what to look for, what you can do yourself and when it is worth calling in a professional team.

Knowing how bed bugs grow and reproduce is one of the most useful things you can learn before tackling an infestation, because each stage of the life cycle behaves differently and responds differently to treatment.

Most people assume there is only one type of bed bug, but several species can infest homes and hotels across the UK. Knowing which one you are dealing with helps you and your pest control technician choose the most effective treatment from the outset.