Bedbugs are unique pests that will create a wealth of problems for you and your loved ones. Unfortunately, they’re difficult to eliminate because they hide exceptionally well. Even if they bite you, there is a chance that you won’t develop any symptoms. Therefore, you may not realize that you have a problem until it gets worse. To remedy the issue, find out where
bedbugs hide. Then, you’ll know where to look so you can identify a problem sooner. Below, you’ll learn more about some of the favorite hiding places of
bedbugs.
Bedbug Favorite Hiding Places
Mattress
Research has shown that most of the
bedbugs in a home will stay in the mattress and box springs. They prefer staying close to their primary food source. As a result, they’ll usually hide in mattresses and box springs. Doing so keeps them close to you at night. When you go to sleep, your body will release heat and CO2. The
bedbugs will notice so they’ll emerge from hiding and suck your blood.
Frames
If you have
bedbugs in your home, there is a good chance that they’re hiding in your bed frame. The frame offers many viable hiding places. It has tons of cracks, gaps, and crevices, so bedbugs won’t have any trouble finding a place to hide in the mattress. If your home has
bedbugs, you can guarantee that bugs are hiding in your bed frame.
Bedding
You’ll also find bedbugs in your bedclothes, sheets, and pillowcases.
Bedbugs will hide in these items because they’re close to their primary food source. Spotting
bedbugs in your bedding is much easier than finding them in your mattress.
Rugs
Besides checking your bed, you’ll also want to check your rugs and carpets. These items are reasonably close to your bed so the
bedbugs can stay close to you. If you have carpeting in your bedroom,
bedbugs have likely hidden in the carpet.
Furniture
There is a good chance that you’ll find
bedbugs hiding in your furniture. They tend to hide in couch cushions, pillows, and under furniture. Furniture offers them plenty of great hiding spots, so you’ll need to check your furniture carefully.
Other Places Bedbugs Hide
Although these are common places for bedbugs to hide, you’ll find that bedbugs can hide in some peculiar locations too.
Luggage
If you suspect you have
bedbugs in your home, you need to check your luggage. You’ve stayed at a motel and it might’ve had bedbugs. If this is the case, bedbugs will hide in your luggage and hitch a ride to your home. Some
bedbugs will stay hidden in the luggage, but others will leave and take shelter in your bed. Either way, checking the luggage is a good idea.
Decorations On The Walls
Unfortunately, bedbugs can climb. If you have decorations hanging on your wall, you’ll likely find bedbugs hiding behind them. They can hide in the cracks, crevices, gaps, and corners. If you have paintings on your walls, the bugs will hide between the canvas and the frame.
Novels
You may have novels and books in your bedroom. You like reading before you go to sleep at night. It helps you sleep. Just remember that this can lead to some issues. Bedbugs might take shelter in the books. There is likely a small gap between the book’s spine and they can use that to hide.
Bedroom Furniture
If you have bedroom furniture, such as a nightstand, you can guarantee bedbugs are hiding in it. To be certain, lean the nightstand over and look under it. You’ll likely be able to see bedbugs hiding in the small cracks and corners.
Electronics.
Believe it or not, bedbugs can hide in your favorite electronics. Many of your electronics have small gaps for ventilation and bedbugs can slide through those cracks. Plus, your electronics are warm so they’re excellent hiding places for bedbugs.
Storing items under your bed is convenient, but it could lead to a bigger infestation. Bedbugs will hide in the objects and boxes under the bed because it is close to the victim. If you’re going to store items under your bed, make sure they’re secured in containers that bedbugs cannot penetrate. If you have bedbugs, contact our office so we can help you fix the problem quickly.
