Visible Bugs
Reddish-brown insects the size of an apple seed in mattress seams, box springs, headboards, or furniture joints.

Bites

Itchy red bites in clusters or lines on exposed skin — arms, legs, and neck are most commonly affected.

Dark Spots on Bedding
Rust-colored spots on mattresses, sheets, or pillowcases from bed bug excrement.

Tiny Eggs

White or cream-colored eggs about 1mm in size in mattress seams, furniture joints, or wall cracks.

Shed Skins

Translucent hollow shell-like skins shed as bed bugs grow — sign of an established population.

Sweet Musty Odor

A heavy infestation produces a distinctive sweet, musty odor in affected rooms.

Follow-Up Visit

Look for reddish-brown bugs in mattress seams, dark rust-colored spots on bedding, itchy bites in clusters or lines on exposed skin, and tiny white eggs in mattress seams or furniture joints. Bed bugs are most active at night.

Chemical treatment with EPA-registered residual products applied to all harborage areas — mattress seams, box springs, furniture joints, baseboards, and wall voids — plus a follow-up visit within 2 weeks.

Initial treatment takes 2 to 4 hours. You need to stay out of treated rooms for a specific period — we provide re-entry instructions before we begin.

In most cases no. We treat mattresses and box springs as part of our program. In severe cases we may recommend mattress encasements.

Bed bugs travel on luggage, clothing, used furniture, and bedding. Hotels, travel, and second-hand furniture are the most common sources. They are not a sign of an unclean home.

Pricing depends on the affected area and infestation severity. We provide specific pricing after inspection. Call 804-788-0800 to schedule.