Bed Bug Control
Bed bugs have had a major resurgence in the U.A.E. and every year the problem seems to be getting worse.
Although information on actual numbers of Bed Bugs in the U.A.E. is not readily available, it seems more Bed Bug control jobs are going to specialist companies such as Desert Pest Control.
Appearance:
Adults are 4-5 mm long, wingless, rounded, flat and reddish-brown. New hatched nymphs are translucent; nymphs resemble the adults and grow through 5 moults before reaching maturity.
Life Cycle:
Eggs (20-40) contained in egg-case (ootheca) which is carried about by the female, protruding from her abdomen. Egg-case is glossy brown, 8mm long. Nymphs resemble adults and moult 6-7 times before becoming fully grown. Adults can live up to 4 months.
Notes:
The common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius), is found in temperate regions across the world. Usually found in human habitation, hiding in cracks and crevices, in beds and bedding in the daytime, emerging at night to feed on human blood.
Their bites don’t cause much irritation, but the bugs possess stink glands on their thorax that cause a disgusting odour when disturbed. Though they can harbor pathogens in their bodies, including plague and hepatitis B, they have not been linked to the transmission of any disease and are therefore not considered a medical threat.
However, humans can get skin infections and scars from scratching bites. For causing disgust and
sheer nuisance value, Bedbugs are perhaps the No. 1 pest!
Bed bugs can..
Cause major distress with their feeding habits.
They feed on our blood at night when we are asleep. Cause swelling and some skin irritation, Cause allergic reactions in some people.
Important Information for Hotels:
We understand the need for complete confidence when dealing with a bed bug eradication program.
We also understand the need to respond promptly and ensure the room can be made available in the shortest
possible time. We will endeavor to ensure your downtime is kept to an absolute minimum where possible.
Where Will I Find Bed Bugs?
Spread disease because they can scavenge for food in garbage areas, dog excrement and other unsanitary areas. These disease carrying organisms can then be tracked into our homes and onto our food.
- Bed frames and headboard crevices
- Mattress seams
- Carpets and underlay
- Skirting boards
- Between timber floorboards
- In cracked or broken plaster, behind peeling wallpaper
- Inside electrical sockets and fittings
- Drawers and cupboards
- Wardrobes
- Bedside cabinets
An inspection by Desert Pest Control will help to confirm a problem and enable our Technicians to offer the best solution for bed bug treatments.
As part of our bed bug services, Desert Pest Control also passes on our expertise in the form of training for your staff on bed bug early warning signs. Contact our team to find out more.
What We Do
To enable us to have an effective bed bugs control program, we thoroughly inspect your building concentrating
on your sleeping areas. Bed bugs are nocturnal meaning they come out after dark and this is also when they feed.
Bed Bugs can be found in mattresses, bed bases, crevices and even behind pictures on the wall. Once we locate the population, we can start our integrated program and bed bugs treatment. We treat all affected areas with safe insecticides and concentrate on their harbourages so most of the insecticide is out of sight.
What you can do with our help and advice
You will need to wash bedding and clothing in hot water. Thorough vacuuming of all hard floor areas, carpets, rugs and soft furniture is also required. Double bag the contents of your vacuum cleaner and dispose in the rubbish bin immediately.