Knowledge is your best defense.
If you’re waking up with itchy bites or spotting tiny rust-colored stains on your sheets, you might be dealing with an uninvited guest: bed bugs. At STL Pest Control, we believe an informed customer is a protected customer. Here’s what every St. Louis homeowner should know about these stubborn pests—and how to fight back.
What Are Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown insects that feed on human blood, usually at night. They don’t jump or fly, but they’re expert hitchhikers—easily latching onto luggage, furniture, or clothing and spreading from place to place.
How Do Bed Bugs Get Inside Your Home?
Even the cleanest homes are at risk. Bed bugs often enter by:
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Travel: Hotels, vacation rentals, airports, or public transportation
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Used furniture: Especially beds, couches, and chairs from garage sales or thrift stores
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Visitors: Friends or family who unknowingly carry them in
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Apartment units: Bed bugs can travel through walls, pipes, or shared ventilation systems
Warning Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation
Think you might have bed bugs? Look for:
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🛏️ Tiny reddish stains on sheets or mattresses (bed bug waste or crushed bugs)
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🐞 Live bugs or shed skins in mattress seams, headboards, or cracks
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💢 Clusters of itchy bites, usually on arms or legs
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🔍 Musty odor in heavily infested areas
If you’re unsure, our technicians can do a full inspection to confirm.
Why DIY Bed Bug Control Doesn’t Work
Bed bugs are incredibly resilient. Over-the-counter sprays or homemade remedies rarely eliminate the entire colony. Eggs can survive and hatch weeks later, starting the cycle all over again. Without professional treatment, the infestation often spreads—fast.
How STL Pest Control Helps
We’ve been treating bed bug infestations in St. Louis since 1989. When you call us, here’s what you can expect:
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✅ Thorough inspection to identify all hiding spots
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✅ Honest advice on treatment options
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✅ Safe, effective chemical treatments with long-lasting protection
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✅ Follow-up education to help you prevent future infestations
Prevention Tips for St. Louis Homeowners
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🧳 Inspect hotel beds and luggage when traveling
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🛋️ Be cautious with used furniture—inspect before bringing it inside
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🧼 Keep bedrooms uncluttered to reduce hiding places
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🔍 Vacuum regularly and wash bedding in hot water
Don’t let bed bugs take over your home—or your peace of mind.
If you see the signs, act fast. The sooner you call STL Pest Control, the quicker we can help you reclaim your space.
📞 Call us today for a free bed bug consultation.
Proudly protecting St. Louis homes since 1989.