Bed Bug Control Garden Nursery Landscaping Guide
Bed Bug Control With Alternative Methods
By Pixie Matthews
Homeowners and anyone running a business that requires beds,
like a hotel, should be aware of effective bed bug control measures.
The health and financial concerns that come with a bed bug infestation
can be very serious.
Clothes, furniture and other items in a contaminated room may
need to be destroyed, and anyone who is bitten by these insects
can end up with painful and itchy bites that could result in scars
for some people, as well as anemia if a person is continually
bitten. The infestation could spread if the bed bugs are not discovered
in time, so effective home pest control measures need to be taken.
The Most Reliable Method Of Elimination
One of the most reliable methods of eliminating bed bugs is through
the use of a DDT spray. This is a spray that has been used for
decades in the United States as a commercial pest control to kill
cockroaches and fleas, and though it was not intended, it helped
to practically wipe out all bed bug activity in the nation.
The use of this particular spray, however, has been deemed by
many to be unsafe for the environment and over the past couple
of decades its usage has been significantly reduced.
Infestations Have Increased
Alternative home pest control methods have been used to control
cockroaches and fleas, yet unfortunately, these different approaches
do not have any real effect on bed bugs. As a result, over the
past few years, the cases of bed bug infestations in America and
across the globe have skyrocketed.
With insect treatment through DDT spray no longer a viable option,
bed bug control needs to occur through different means.
Neem Oil Repels Insects
One more traditional way of exercising more control over bed
bugs is through a substance called neem oil, which is a type of
organic insect repellent that comes from the neem tree in India.
The oil is made from the bark and leaves of the tree and its
properties have been repelling insects for hundreds of years.
Neem oil can be used to clear out an infestation by spraying it
on the floors and the mattress of the bed. This particular oil
is also used in the manufacturing of some mattresses.
Separating Bed Bugs From The Bed
Pest control companies are not always needed, as there is a cheaper
method of bed bug control that provides effective results through
isolation. This is a process of separating the bed bugs from the
bed so they can be more effectively exterminated, thus allowing
the person sleeping in the room to do so without worrying.
This process starts with the cleaning or destruction of the mattress
and bed linen if necessary. Once the bed has been cleaned, the
next step is to isolate it from the rest of the room.
Petroleum Jelly Spread On Bed Legs And Other Furniture Nearby
Because bed bugs have an aversion to petroleum jelly, this substance
can be spread on and around bed legs to prevent the bugs from
being able to climb up onto the bed.
Bed bugs have been known to use nearby furniture to climb up
and then make the jump onto the bed, so everything nearby should
be moved away to prevent this from happening. Once the bed is
isolated, the bugs on the floor can be killed and at the very
least, the spread of the infestation can be halted.
Your Family Can Sleep Safely
Bed bug control is about taking action and choosing the best
method of dealing with each particular case. Studies have shown
that bed bugs in more populated areas, like New York, that have
been exposed to high amounts of insecticides are more likely to
resist further sprays.
Alternative methods of pest control will likely be more successful
in those types of situations and there are lots of insect pest
supplies to choose from. No one wants to have bed bugs in their
home or business, but there are steps that can be taken to eliminate
the pests so you can feel safe while sleeping.
About the Author:
Pixie Matthews has written a number of articles on gardening and
landscaping including Organic
Vegetable Gardening, Vegetable
Gardening Tips, Spring
Vegetable Gardening, Compost
For Your Vegetable Garden, Vegetable
Gardening Tricks.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.
Little Known Bug Repellant Facts....
What is the difference between synthesized and natural bug repellants?
A synthesized bug repellant is where a commercial
chemical or natural chemical is taken and transformed so that
it lasts longer. This is usually done by adding in additional
chemicals and substances.
These additions make the repellant last
longer and cause it to cling to the skin far more readily than
a natural substance. Natural bug repellants are just what they
sound like…they are made from natural plants, oils or substances.
These do not last as long on the skin or clothing but are thought
to be far healthier for you than synthesized repellants.
If you think that the synthesized repellant
is going to protect you better, you are wrong. Studies have shown
that there are many natural repellants that are far more effective
against bugs than their commercially synthesized cousins.
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