What You Need to Know About Bedbugs
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have a bed bug infestation?
Signs of a bed bug infestation include small, itchy bites on the skin, red, itchy marks, bloodstains on sheets, fecal spots, molted skins, and eggshells. You may also notice musty odors and small brown or black stains on mattresses and linens. Visible bed bug activity in seams and crevices, along with bloodstains from crushed bugs, are common indicators as well.
How did I get bed bugs?
The slim and flat bodies of bed bugs make them adept at secreting themselves in tiny places over long periods where they can survive without feeding on blood. Typically, bed bugs are spread when people travel as they hide in the nooks and crannies of luggage, clothes, furniture, bedding, and any other folds and seams where they can remain hidden. People are usually completely unaware that they are carrying bed bugs with them as they move from place to place and infecting the locations where they stay.
How much does it cost to hire a bed bug exterminator in NYC?
Hiring a bed bug exterminator in NYC varies in cost depending on the extent of the infestation and the required treatment plan. The process often requires several visits to ensure complete extermination and prevent future infestations.
What makes Ace Bed Bug Exterminating the best choice?
Our expertise, advanced techniques, commitment to customer satisfaction, and preventive education make us the best bed bug exterminator in NYC. We offer top-notch bed bug removal services with a focus on safety and effectiveness.
Do you provide services in every zip code of NYC?
Yes, we provide services in all zip codes across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, and Long Island.
Here are the zip codes that we serve for each boroughs under NYC:
Manhattan (New York County): 10001, 10002, 10003, 10004, 10005, 10006, 10007, 10009, 10010, 10011, 10012, 10013, 10014, 10016, 10017, 10018, 10019, 10020, 10021, 10022, 10023, 10024, 10025, 10026, 10027, 10028, 10029, 10030, 10031, 10032, 10033, 10034, 10035, 10036, 10037, 10038, 10039, 10040, 10041, 10044, 10045, 10048, 10055, 10060, 10065, 10069, 10075, 10080, 10081, 10087, 10090, 10101, 10102, 10103, 10104, 10105, 10106, 10107, 10108, 10109, 10110, 10111, 10112, 10113, 10114, 10115, 10116, 10117, 10118, 10119, 10120, 10121, 10122, 10123, 10124, 10125, 10126, 10128, 10129, 10130, 10131, 10132, 10133, 10138, 10150, 10151, 10152, 10153, 10154, 10155, 10156, 10157, 10158, 10159, 10160, 10161, 10162, 10163, 10164, 10165, 10166, 10167, 10168, 10169, 10170, 10171, 10172, 10173, 10174, 10175, 10176, 10177, 10178, 10179, 10185, 10199
Brooklyn (Kings County): 11201, 11202, 11203, 11204, 11205, 11206, 11207, 11208, 11209, 11210, 11211, 11212, 11213, 11214, 11215, 11216, 11217, 11218, 11219, 11220, 11221, 11222, 11223, 11224, 11225, 11226, 11228, 11229, 11230, 11231, 11232, 11233, 11234, 11235, 11236, 11237, 11238, 11239, 11241, 11242, 11243, 11245, 11247, 11249, 11251, 11252, 11256
Queens (Queens County): 11004, 11005, 11101, 11102, 11103, 11104, 11105, 11106, 11109, 11120, 11351, 11352, 11354, 11355, 11356, 11357, 11358, 11359, 11360, 11361, 11362, 11363, 11364, 11365, 11366, 11367, 11368, 11369, 11370, 11371, 11372, 11373, 11374, 11375, 11377, 11378, 11379, 11380, 11381, 11385, 11386, 11390, 11405, 11411, 11412, 11413, 11414, 11415, 11416, 11417, 11418, 11419, 11420, 11421, 11422, 11423, 11424, 11425, 11426, 11427, 11428, 11429, 11430, 11431, 11432, 11433, 11434, 11435, 11436, 11439, 11451, 11499, 11690, 11691, 11692, 11693, 11694, 11695, 11697
The Bronx (Bronx County): 10451, 10452, 10453, 10454, 10455, 10456, 10457, 10458, 10459, 10460, 10461, 10462, 10463, 10464, 10465, 10466, 10467, 10468, 10469, 10470, 10471, 10472, 10473, 10474, 10475
Staten Island (Richmond County): 10301, 10302, 10303, 10304, 10305, 10306, 10307, 10308, 10309, 10310, 10311, 10312, 10313, 10314
Long Island (Kings County, Queens County, Nassau County, and Suffolk County)
Nassau County: 11501, 11507, 11510, 11514, 11516, 11518, 11520, 11530, 11542, 11545, 11549, 11550, 11552, 11553, 11554, 11555, 11557, 11558, 11560, 11563, 11565, 11568, 11570, 11572, 11580, 11581, 11590, 11595, 11596, 11690
Suffolk County: 11701, 11702, 11703, 11704, 11705, 11706, 11710, 11713, 11714, 11715, 11716, 11717, 11718, 11719, 11720, 11721, 11722, 11724, 11725, 11726, 11727, 11729, 11730, 11731, 11732, 11733, 11735, 11737, 11738, 11739, 11740, 11741, 11742, 11743, 11746, 11747, 11749, 11751, 11752, 11753, 11754, 11755, 11756, 11757, 11758, 11760, 11762, 11763, 11764, 11766, 11767, 11768, 11769, 11770, 11772, 11774, 11775, 11777, 11778, 11779, 11780, 11782, 11784, 11786, 11787, 11788, 11790, 11791, 11792, 11794, 11795, 11901, 11930, 11931, 11932, 11933, 11934, 11935, 11937, 11939, 11940, 11941, 11942, 11944, 11946, 11947, 11948, 11949, 11950, 11951, 11952, 11953, 11954, 11955, 11957, 11958, 11959, 11960, 11961, 11962, 11963, 11964, 11965, 11967, 11968, 11969, 11970, 11971, 11972, 11973, 11975, 11976, 11977, 11978, 11979, 11980, 11981
Do bed bugs go away after exterminator?
Although bed bugs can technically come back after an extermination session, a successful treatment will kill the majority of them and insecticides remain active for several days to ensure complete eradication. Additionally, pest control companies may suggest spraying again after two weeks to eliminate any new hatchlings.
What are the common hiding spots for bed bugs?
Common hiding spots for bed bugs are inside mattresses, on walls, in crevices and cracks, bed frames, box springs, and headboards.
Can bed bugs spread disease?
No, bed bugs are not known to spread disease. However, their bites can cause itching, allergic reactions, and discomfort. Their presences can also result in sleep loss, making bed bugs aggravating, but they are not disease-carriers. However, if someone affected by bed bugs scratches too much, a secondary infection of the skin may occur.
What health risks do bed bugs pose?
Everyone will react to the bite of a bed bug differently. Some may suffer no symptoms or signs of a bite while others may notice a small mark. In rare cases, bed bug bites can cause a severe allergic reaction. Thus, while bed bugs are not deemed to be hazardous to human health, allergy-sufferers may require medical help if bitten several times.
Does everyone get a reaction to bed bug bites?
No, only about 50 percent of the population reacts to bed bug bites.
Who is at risk for getting bed bugs?
Travel is one of the biggest predictors of bed bugs. Anyone who travels risks coming into contact with infected spaces and those who travel frequently are thus at greater risk. Moreover, those who share living quarters with others are at greater risk of being bitten by and of spreading bed bugs.
How do bed bugs enter my home?
Bed bugs can enter your home through luggage, clothing, used furniture, or other infested areas. They are excellent hitchhikers and can easily spread from one place to another.
What should I do if I find bed bugs in my home?
If you suspect a bed bug infestation, contact a professional bed bug exterminator immediately. Ace Bed Bug Exterminating offers thorough bed bug inspections and effective bed bug treatment to eliminate the problem.
How are bed bugs treated and prevented?
Generally, bed bugs pose no serious risk to human health. If bitten, simply refrain from scratching the bite, take an antihistamine, and apply an antiseptic to the affected area. Aprehend® spraying is the most effective treatment of infestations and it is important to contact a professional company that specializes in bed bug pest control if an infestation is suspected. Unfortunately, bed bug infestations cannot be effectively dealt with using DIY products and measures. In terms of prevention, the best approach is to regularly inspect living quarters for signs of bed bugs.
How long does a bed bug treatment take?
The length of the treatment depends on the severity of the infestation. Generally, it can take a few hours to a full day to complete a thorough bed bug removal process.
Are your bed bug treatments safe for pets and children?
Yes, our bed bug treatments use eco-friendly products that are safe for your family and pets. We follow strict safety guidelines to ensure minimal risk.
Can I get rid of bed bugs on my own?
DIY methods are often ineffective for bed bug infestations. Professional bed bug exterminators use advanced techniques and products to ensure complete bed bug removal.
How can I prevent future bed bug infestations?
Regular bed bug inspections, reducing clutter, and being cautious with second-hand furniture can help prevent bed bugs. We provide preventive tips and strategies to residents in New York as part of our service.