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December 16, 2024
The holidays are a time for togetherness, celebration, and creating lasting memories with family and friends. But what happens when unwanted guests (like bedbugs!) show up uninvited?
At Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services, we want your holiday season to be stress-free, which is why we’re sharing some simple tips to keep your home safe from bedbugs while hosting your loved ones.
Tips to Keep Your Home Bedbug-Free for Holiday Guests:
Before your guests arrive, take a moment to check common areas (like guest rooms, living rooms, and bathrooms) for signs of bedbugs. Look for small brown or red stains on bedding, upholstery, or walls.
Encourage your guests to keep their luggage on luggage racks rather than on the floor or bed. Bedbugs can easily travel on suitcases, so it’s best to avoid direct contact with furniture.
Used decorations, especially secondhand items or holiday linens, could potentially harbor bedbugs. Before unpacking those festive items, give them a thorough inspection and wash them if possible.
If you spot any signs of bedbugs early (small bites, stains on sheets, or the bugs themselves), don’t wait! Contact a pest control professional to address the issue before it spreads.
Once your guests head home, it’s a good idea to do a quick check of their rooms, particularly if they stayed for several days. Wash any linens and vacuum thoroughly to ensure nothing has come home with them.
By following these simple steps, you can create a welcoming, bedbug-free environment for your holiday guests—so the only thing they’ll remember is the good times, not the bugs!
If you suspect bedbugs in your home or want to schedule a full inspection before your guests arrive, contact Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services today!