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Luggage and clothing after traveling or visiting an infested area.
Used furniture (beds, couches, or wooden furniture).
Public places like hotels, theaters, and public transportation.
Signs of a Bedbug Infestation
Red, itchy bites on the skin (often in a line or cluster).
Bloodstains on sheets or pillowcases from crushed bugs.
Dark brown or black fecal spots on bedding and furniture.
Bedbug exoskeletons (shed skins) found in crevices.
Musty odor caused by bedbug secretions in severe infestations.
How to Eradicate Bedbugs from Your Home: Simple and Effective Methods
1.Deep Cleaning & Vacuuming
Vacuum all infested areas: Mattresses, bed frames, furniture, and carpets.
Dispose of the vacuum bag immediately in a sealed plastic bag.
Steam clean mattresses and upholstery at 120°F (49°C) or higher to kill bedbugs and eggs.
2.Wash and Heat Treatment
Wash all bedding, curtains, and clothes in hot water (at least 130°F or 54°C).
Dry on the highest heat setting for at least 30 minutes.
Place infested items in sealed plastic bags and leave them under direct sunlight for several hours.
3.Use Natural Remedies
Diatomaceous Earth (DE):
A natural powder that dehydrates and kills bedbugs.
Sprinkle DE around beds, furniture, and crevices.
Leave it for 24-48 hours, then vacuum thoroughly.
Baking Soda:
Absorbs moisture and dehydrates bedbugs.
Sprinkle it in affected areas and vacuum after 2-3 days.
Essential Oils:
Peppermint, tea tree, and lavender oil have repellent properties.
Mix with water and spray on bedbug-prone areas.
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