Be warned: bed bugs hungrier than ever

Publisher: Release time: 2023-11-16

It seems like bed bugs could be hungrier than usual post-holiday season peak this year, according to major pest controllers1. They are attributing this to the increment in travel and the reopening of borders. The numbers are already higher than expected, which is causing concern. This issue is not limited to a particular region as bedbug bedlam has been reported in parts of Europe and even South East Asia areas.

What are bed bugs?

Bed bugs are tiny insects that feed on blood from human beings and animals2. You have no idea how quickly they spread - can lay one to twelve eggs per day, and ultimately can lay 200 to 500 eggs during their lifetime.

Where do you get bed bugs?

Increased bedbug activities occur in many regions. You must wonder where bed bugs come from. Bed bugs are often named ‘hitchhikers’, which means that they can easily travel long distances. For example, they are more likely to get into your home by following your luggage and clothing after an overnight trip if you are a travel-lover. After that, they crawl rapidly to hide in the surroundings of the bed like mattress seams and headboards, and in cracks of the sofa and carpet when arriving at a destination.

What such a terrible thing!

Keep reading to learn more about their hazards and preventive measures.

How can bed bugs impact you?

Bed bugs are night owls and they are active for food hunting at night. There are several signs of a bedbug infestation3, check to see if you have a similar situation.

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Normally, bedbug bites are accompanied by skin infections such as redness, swelling, scratching, burning, and fluid-filled blisters. Or you may wake up to find blood stains on the bed sheet after scratching the next morning, for example.

Bedbug infestations are more likely to be detrimental to both the mental and physical well-being of the host. Not only it might cause anxiety, insomnia, and systemic reactions also will cause fever and tongue swollen at worst.

If you have a lovely pet, then you should pay attention since it may cause a disease for pet skin.

How to help to get rid of bed bugs

To be honest, it is quite challenging to completely get rid of bed bugs on your own as they are often difficult to locate and may also exhibit resistance to certain types of insecticides4. If you feel that you have suffered from bed bugs, then you should contact a local pest control service immediately. Here would like to provide some tips for preventing bed bugs and controlling their infestations for your reference. The earlier prevention is done, the more effective it is.

Prevention tips:

1 - Wash

Wash your bedding, clothing, and curtains in hot water and dry them on the highest drying setting. The targeted temperature is at least 120° F (48.88℃)2.

2 - Freeze

The second way is to put the affected bedding and clothing in the freezer for at least 72 hours. Each piece should be sealed in a plastic bag before freezing. Moreover, you should use a very low temperature of 0° F (-17℃) or colder.

3 - Regular cleaning & vacuuming

The earlier you prevent bed bugs, the easier. One of the best ways to prevent this is to vacuum your bed and the area related to it every day, including mattress and bed sheets. It is highly recommended that you can use a JIMMY BX7 Pro anti-mite vacuum cleaner, which is capable of removing bed bugs’ poop and dead bodies with fast & strong tapping and big suction power. This is mainly because JIMMY BX7 Pro is equipped with a genius combination of the patented composite roller brush and 700w high precision dual motor. Moreover, this product certified by the UK Allergy Foundation offers UV light and ultrasonic dual-sterilization, helping to kill 99.9% bacteria. Additionally, it can release hot wind with continuous 140° F (60℃) temperature warmth that quickly penetrates bedding and mattress to kill bedbugs and bacteria, promising a comfortable sleeping environment for the host. Use this JIMMY BX7 Pro with different modes like Vacuum+Tap, Vacuum+UV, and Vacuum+Tap+UV as a part of your cleaning routine. Afterward, put the garbage from a dust cup in a plastic bag and seal it, then drop it in the garbage outdoors right away. Remember to wash the dust cup and HEPA filter.

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4 - Hot

Last but not least, hot steam treatment is another method that needs to be chosen carefully. Indeed, steam burns are particularly effective against bed bugs eggs, and nymphs. Unfortunately, it might lead to another problem. After using hot steam, the steam will cool down and leave water on your furniture and bed. If you don't dry them properly, mold and other bacteria can start growing, leading to more problems.

Conclusion

To sum up, these tips cannot kill all bed bugs with a 100% guarantee, but they are the next best thing to avoid their infestation. Vacuuming with JIMMY BX7 Pro is one of the most convenient and effective measures of physical control when dealing with bedbug prevention in the home, especially for mattress, sofas, carpets and textiles of all kinds. Let us create a home environment with cleanness and healthiness.

About JIMMY

JIMMY, the brand under KingClean Electric Co., Ltd, is dedicated to creating a high-quality healthy life for global users. KingClean Electric Co., Ltd has been focusing on the environmental cleaning industry for 28 years since its establishment in 1994, and has been one of the world’s biggest vacuum cleaner developing and manufacturing companies for 18 years since 2004. The company has over 800 R&D engineers, applies for around 200 new patents every year and owns over 1600 patents, and develops around 100 new products each year. Relying on KingClean's strong quality control and production R&D system, JIMMY products are sold in more than 30 countries, and sales channels cover online and offline, creating a dream life for hundreds of millions of families around the world.

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