{"id":16278,"date":"2022-11-09T10:30:03","date_gmt":"2022-11-09T15:30:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bedbugbbq.com\/?p=15426"},"modified":"2022-11-09T10:30:03","modified_gmt":"2022-11-09T15:30:03","slug":"how-to-find-bed-bugs-on-mattresses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bedbugbbq.com\/how-to-find-bed-bugs-on-mattresses\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find Bed Bugs on Mattresses"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bed Bugs are small parasitic insects that feed off the blood of humans and animals alike. They are wingless and reddish-brown in hue, ranging in size from 1 to 7 mm. These pests are <\/span>frequently discovered<\/span><\/a> in mattresses because they thrive in a warm, dark habitat which allows them to hide and produce their eggs. There are a few things you may do to see\u00a0 when you have bed bugs in your mattress.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Inspect a Mattress\"Mattress<\/a> <\/span><\/h2>\n

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The first step is to inspect your mattress for bed bugs. Check the seams, tufts, and folds of the mattress for any signs of these pests. Bed bugs often leave behind small brown spots on mattresses where they have fed. You may also see small bloodstains on the fabric from crushed bed bugs.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you <\/span>suspect you have bed bugs<\/span><\/a> but are not sure, you can try setting a piece of white paper or tape on the mattress and checking it after a few hours. Another way to check for bed bugs is to use a flashlight to look for them in the cracks and crevices of the mattress.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Find Bed Bug Bites<\/span><\/h2>\n

Bed bug bites often emerge on the skin as tiny, red lumps. They are usually seen in groups of three or more and can leave your skin irritated. Look for these bites on your body if you believe you have been bitten by bed bugs. They are frequently seen on the face, neck, arms, and legs.<\/span><\/p>\n

What do Bed Bugs Look Like?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Adult bed bugs are reddish-brown in appearance and roughly the size of an apple seed. Nymphs (baby bed bugs) are smaller and more transparent than adults. The eggs are whitish and roughly 1 mm long. If there is an infestation, you may find all stages of these parasites <\/span>on your mattress<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Treat Bed Bug Infestations\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you find bed bugs in your mattress, it is important to treat them immediately so they do not spread to other areas of your home. There are a few different options when it comes to treating bed bug infestations:<\/span><\/p>\n