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Michigan Department of Community Health Bed Bugs Resources

Rob — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:28:22 +0000

Whether you live in Michigan or not, The Michigan Department of Community Health publishes www.michigan.gov/bedbugs, an outstanding resource on bed bugs. If you are not a pest control professional, have a look at the flow chart which is especially is very well done. It is a nice way of presenting how you should handle a bed bug problem.

Informative and Funny Bed Bugs PSA

Rob — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:07:10 +0000

A friend sent this to me and I knew it was worth passing along immediately.

It’s a comic-style public service announcement for bed bugs. Well written and drawn. You’ll be disgusted, entertained and made to laugh out loud all at once. Check it out: A Quick PSA From Liza.

Bedbugs vs. Zombies?

Rob — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:44:32 +0000

I just came across a blog post that was too funny not to share. Bed bugs can be pretty traumatic and all and a sense of humor is certainly an asset.

In the post, Tara Gibbs writes about how she went to see the movie 28 Weeks Later (zombie flick) while a bed bugs exterminator was working on her apartment. The movie turned out to be a poor choice. But at least it inspired her to create a table comparing zombies to bed bugs. Enjoy.

Get rid of bed bugs for less than $15?

Rob — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:11:12 +0000

Can you get rid of a bed bug infestation for a measly $15? That’s what a recent news article suggests.

It just might be the solution to the bed bug infestation that’s exploded in the city the last couple years. And what’s more, you can do it yourself. And the cost? Less than 20 bucks.

So what is this solution? It is similar to the NightWatch Bed Bug Monitor Trap. Scroll half-way down How to trap bed bugs for more information on the NightWatch. Essentially, it uses carbon dioxide to entice bed bugs into a contraption they can’t escape from. It is smart, cheap and easy enough for anybody to make.

But is it a solution to a bed bug infestation? That’s a little hopeful since traps like this have been around and in use for a while. They are thought of more as ways to detect infestations and possibly gauge how severe they are — not as a complete solution.

Dr. Wang believes this system, which works principally as a monitor to detect bed bug activity, can eventually get rid of 80% of bed bugs. He cautions it works best with smaller populations. But, when confronted with large infestations, it may have to be combined with a professional pest control service to wipe out the problem completely.

Still, it is something to consider. The short video is worth watching as you can see how the trap is made.

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How to Check for Signs of Bed Bugs in your Hotel

Rob — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:35:23 +0000

Rick Steinau from asktheexterminator.com shows you how to check a hotel room for signs of bed bugs.

This short video is a must-see for any traveler.

If you’re traveling, these 2 articles will also be helpful:
Bed Bug Protection Tips for Travel, Bedbugs in Hotels and Hostels.

Every bed bug infestation is a horror story for the people that have it.

Rob — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:00:24 +0000

The headline is a quote taken from the Emmy winning documentary: Bed Bugs! Attack!

This short film (under 10 minutes) talks a little about bed bugs and the current bed bug resurgence. It shows how bed bugs exterminators check for infestations but unfortunately doesn’t get into much detail regarding the extermination process.

There is a scene in the film that does a nice job showing the psychological impact of a bed bug infestation. Worth the couple minutes it takes to watch it.