Bed bugs are becoming an increasing problem in Kansas City, and it’s not just a local issue. Across the U.S. in 2022, approximately 97% of pest control professionals reported treating homes and buildings for these tiny pests. Bed bugs are easy to pick up, and once they invade your home, they can quickly become a big problem. These pests follow people and hide in the items we carry, making it easy for them to spread from one place to another. Understanding how they live and spread is crucial for protecting your home and keeping it bed bug-free.
What Are Bed Bugs and How Do They Spread?
Bed bugs are small, parasitic insects that feed on human and animal blood. They are flat, reddish-brown, and great at hiding in tiny spaces like mattress seams, couch cushions, and cracks in furniture. Their small size and flat shape make them difficult to detect, which is why they can be such a challenge to deal with…