Bed Bug Bites Bite: Use Natural Bed Bug Spray to Get Rid of Them
April 2nd, 2010 Posted in Bed Bugs & Fleas
After a long day at the office, in school or chasing your kids around, your bed is a sanctuary you cannot wait to crawl into.
But this sanctuary is easily compromised if bed bugs crawl in with you as well. Bed bugs may seem like an overwhelming problem. But arm yourself with knowledge about these pests and how to kill them and you’ll be bed bug-free before you know it.
Read on to learn:
Where Bed Bugs Come From
If bed bugs become a problem in your home, you can’t help by ask “Why me?!”
Bed bugs can come from a variety of places. Here’s a list of possible infestation sources.
Neighboring apartments: If apartments in your building have bed bug issues, it is not hard for these pests to crawl in spaces between walls to your unit. If you believe the bugs are coming from your neighbors, time to head next door and offer some neighborly pest control advice.
Hotels: If you traveled recently, especially internationally, bed bugs could have possibly followed you home. These pests can crawl into luggage to then be unleashed in your home.
Used furniture or clothing: Bed bugs don’t just exist in beds. They will live anywhere people sleep or the clothes they sleep in. Bought any used furniture or clothing lately? Time to use a natural bed bug spray to be sure you’re safe.
Job that puts you in other peoples’ homes: If you are plumber, electrician, repairman etc., you are frequently in others’ homes. It’s possible to pick up bed bugs from a client’s infested home and bring them back to your clean bedroom.
House guests or students on breaks: Overnight guests are a potential bed bug source. Also, students living in dorms are very likely to bring home pests with them. This does not mean you should lock to doors at Christmas, but maybe send them back with a natural bug killer to get rid of pests in their dorms.
Wild animals: If a bird or bat ever flew into your home, they could may brought bed bugs with them. Although this is a pretty rare.
Any of these seem likely? Then there’s the start of your bed bug problem.
What Their Bites Look Like
Now that you’re completely creeped out at the thought of bugs in your bed, here are signs of bed bug bites.
- Small, flat or raised bumps on the skin
- Redness
- Swelling
- Itching
Bed bugs are most active at night, so if you wake up with any of these signs, you probably have bed bugs. Bed bugs typically attack the face, neck, hands and arms. But their bites are actually painless.
You will usually find several bites lined up in a row on your skin. If any or all of these signs occur, you need a natural bed bug spray to help you. While an all natural bug spray is great for preventing bites from outdoor bugs, there are specific natural bed bug sprays you can use for these indoor pests.
How to Use a Natural Bed Bug Spray
Because chemicals can be irritating on the skin, use only a natural bed bug spray when treating your furniture.
Spray a light mist on the mattress and bed frame. Make sure you spray the sides and bottom as well. For the best results, vacuum your mattress before spraying.
Bed bug infestations can be large, so don’t be afraid to call in a professional. EcoSMART partners with other companies that use natural commercial products to handle customers’ pest problems.
You deserve to come home to a clean, warm bed. So give bed bugs the boot with a natural bed bug spray.
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By Vickie Bartlett on Apr 6, 2010
I understand bed bugs infestations in the US are on the rise. I consider myself very fortunate not to have experienced their presence.
By Sharon Fairclough on Apr 7, 2010
Very I opening articles, you hear people say don’t let the bed bugs bite jokingly but they really can bite and from my research they can be big problem that get out hand quickly
By melissa on Apr 27, 2010
I am wondering where in NJ I can purchase this product.
By EcoSMART Megan on Apr 27, 2010
Melissa,
Try our store locator or shop online at http://www.ecosmart.com.
By ssen on Jun 8, 2010
has anyone tried this product…i am at my wits end as i have four children waking up crying in the middle of the night due to bites…i myself have not truly slept in weeks!! dont want to continue wasting money i dont have on products that do not work
By Natasha on Jul 9, 2010
I think I have bed bugs, I moved into a furnished room 3 weeks ago and this morning noticed some bugs crawling around my bed making a beeline to me. It was around 3am and I noticed them crawling around until a little after 6:30am when I left for work.
They are these small little dark oval flat shaped bugs. I saw about 6 (killed 4), they crawl everywhere even tried to go onto the ceiling but fell. They’re also really really quick. They look exactly like bed bug pictures I’ve found on the net except for one small detail. They are really really dark, like dark brown or black.
It’s an old house and there’s spiders, sometimes ants, sometimes misquotes & flies {but I got ride up them by adding citronella to wall fragrance unit).
By john on Sep 16, 2010
which Ecosmart product should be used to battle the bed bug ? I have not seen bed bug on any of the product labels.
By N.G. on Jan 5, 2011
Natasha, bedbugs appear more dark brown or black to the naked eye. The close-up photos add extra light, so they appear as being a lighter color in photos.
By mag on Apr 7, 2011
I would like to try this one. I do not sleep any more. I have put sticky tape around bed but I am terrified. I do not sleep at all.After I discovered them on my bed my life just turn into a nightmare.