{"id":15441,"date":"2022-11-24T16:11:40","date_gmt":"2022-11-24T21:11:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/?p=15441"},"modified":"2022-11-24T16:11:40","modified_gmt":"2022-11-24T21:11:40","slug":"does-my-suitcase-have-bed-bugs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/does-my-suitcase-have-bed-bugs\/","title":{"rendered":"Does My Suitcase Have Bed Bugs?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve packed your bags, double-checked your flight itinerary, and you&#8217;re almost ready to return\u00a0 from your vacation. The only thing left to do is check your suitcase for bed bugs\u2014yes, bed bugs. These pesky critters are great at hiding in small spaces and can easily hitch a ride to your home in your luggage. But don&#8217;t worry, there are a few simple steps you can take to make sure your suitcase is bed bug-free before you travel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Detect Bed Bugs<a class=\"dt-pswp-item\" href=\"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1.jpeg\" data-dt-img-description=\"\" data-large_image_width=\"1800\" data-large_image_height=\"1200\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-15446\" src=\"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Hand examining mattress for bed bugs\" width=\"618\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1.jpeg 1800w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_506212753-scaled-1-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/a><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/how-to-prevent-bed-bugs\/how-to-prevent-bed-bugs-in-luggage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventing bed bugs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from coming home with you is to know how to spot them. Bed bugs travel easily,, and are small, about the size of an apple seed, and can be hard to spot, especially if they&#8217;re hiding in the seams of your luggage. Here are a few things to look for when checking for bed bugs:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rust-colored or reddish stains on sheets, mattresses, or upholstered furniture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark spots (about this size: \u2022) on walls or ceilings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs or eggshells in cracks and crevices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bed bug bites on your body (look for clusters of red, itchy bumps)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you spot any of these signs, there&#8217;s a chance you may have been exposed to\u00a0 bed bugs during your travels. But don&#8217;t panic just yet\u2014there are a few things you can do to get rid of them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How do Bed Bugs Travel?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oftentimes, bed bugs travel into homes <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/how-to-prevent-bed-bugs\/can-bed-bugs-travel-on-people\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unknowingly in luggage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or used furniture. Visitors may also bring them in if their own homes have been infested. Once bed bugs are inside, they quickly reproduce and spread throughout your\u00a0 house. If you think you might have had bed bugs travel into your home, it&#8217;s important to act fast and take steps to get rid of them before they take over your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs<a class=\"dt-pswp-item\" href=\"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1.jpeg\" data-dt-img-description=\"\" data-large_image_width=\"1800\" data-large_image_height=\"1198\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-15445\" src=\"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1.jpeg\" alt=\"ctive spray bottle ejecting chemicals into the air\" width=\"605\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1.jpeg 1800w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_460130794-scaled-1-1536x1022.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 605px) 100vw, 605px\" \/><\/a> <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you think you have bed bugs, the first thing you should do is wash all of your bedding\u2014sheets, blankets, pillows\u2014in hot water. Then, vacuum all of the floors and upholstered furniture in your home, paying special attention to cracks and crevices where bed bugs like to hide. Once you&#8217;ve vacuumed everything, seal the vacuum bag immediately and dispose of it outside of your home so the bed bugs do not escape back into your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After vacuuming your home and furniture and washing all of your bedding, you must wait and see if you were successful. With a little time and effort, you just might be able to\u00a0 get rid of bed bugs by this method!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Preventing Bed Bug Infestations\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to deal with bed bugs, however, is to prevent them from infesting your home in the first place. Here are a few tips for preventing bed bug infestations:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect all used furniture before bringing it into your home\u2014bed bugs love hiding in couches and chairs!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Be careful when traveling\u2014<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/how-to-identify-bed-bugs\/how-to-check-a-motel-for-bed-bugs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inspect hotel rooms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for signs of bed bugs before unpacking your luggage. If possible, keep your luggage off the floor and away from the beds and furniture.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When returning home from travel, inspect all of your luggage carefully before bringing it inside\u2014this will help prevent any stowaway bed bugs from entering your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Vacuum regularly and wash all of your bedding frequently\u2014this will help get rid of any bed bugs that may have found their way into your home undetected.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following these simple tips will help keep bed bugs out of your home for good!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Bed Bug Barbeque<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re dealing with a bed bug infestation, the team at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bed Bug Barbeque<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help! We offer bed bug extermination services that will get rid of these pests for good. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/contact-bedbugbbq\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more and get started on your bed bug-free future!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;ve packed your bags, double-checked your flight itinerary, and you&#8217;re almost ready to return\u00a0 from your vacation. The only thing left to do is check your suitcase for bed bugs\u2014yes, bed bugs. These pesky critters are great at hiding in small spaces and can easily hitch a ride to your home in your luggage. 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