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Bed Bugs

Small, itchy bites appearing in lines on exposed skin, with tiny blood spots on sheets or dark spots on the mattress.

What Is Causing This?

  • 1Bed bugs brought in on luggage, second-hand furniture, or clothing
  • 2Infestation spreading from an adjoining property
  • 3Bugs hiding in mattress seams, headboards, and bed frames

How Urgent Is This?

Urgent

This needs prompt attention. Delaying could cause further damage, safety risks, or significantly higher repair costs.

What Needs to Be Done

A pest controller will carry out a thorough inspection, apply targeted insecticide treatment to all affected areas, and schedule follow-up visits to ensure the infestation is fully cleared.

How Much Will It Cost?

£104 – £293

National average estimate

Labour: £85 – £225 | Materials: £19 – £68

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How to Prevent This

Inspect second-hand furniture before bringing it home. Use mattress protectors. Check hotel beds when travelling. Wash bedding at 60 degrees regularly.

Related Problems

Moth Infestation

Clothes moths damaging woollen clothing, carpets, or upholstery, with visible larvae or small holes appearing.

Other Pest Control Problems

Mice in the House

Signs of mice such as droppings, gnaw marks, scratching noises at night, or shredded materials.

Wasp Nest in Loft

A wasp nest in the loft, eaves, or outbuilding, with wasps flying in and out and posing a sting risk.

Rats in Garden

Signs of rats in the garden such as burrows, droppings, gnaw marks on fences, or rats seen during the day.

Ants in Kitchen

Trails of ants marching across kitchen surfaces, around skirting boards, or near food storage areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes bed bugs?
Bed bugs brought in on luggage, second-hand furniture, or clothing. Infestation spreading from an adjoining property. Bugs hiding in mattress seams, headboards, and bed frames.
Is bed bugs serious?
This needs prompt attention. Delaying could cause further damage, safety risks, or significantly higher repair costs.
How much does it cost to fix bed bugs?
Typical costs range from £104 to £293 depending on severity and location. Get a free quote from a local pest control on Tradesfolk.
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