Some experts say you’ll notice a musty, sweet odor in the house if bed bugs are present. True, bed bugs do sometimes leave behind a smell. Other signs they want you to notice to detect a bed bug infestation include tiny black specks on your sheets and discarded exoskeletons in the same areas. Sure, these signs indicate a problem with bed bugs but they’re not always clear indications to the average person. A person who has never before had a problem with bed bugs may not realize its exoskeletons on their mattress and may not always see those tiny black fecal matter spots left behind. Fortunately, you aren’t destined to live with bed bugs. Rather than play a guessing game of “is it a sign or is it not,” focus your attention on the more obvious indicators of a bed bug infestation. If you notice any of the three signs below, it’s almost certain that you have a problem with bed bugs and should reach out to an exterminator at once.  

Bites in the Morning

Rather than wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee, you wake up with itchy bites somewhere on your body that were not there before you laid down for bed. Bed bug bites usually appear in zig-zag clusters of three to five, generally on extremities like the hands, feet, or even the face.  

Specks of Blood

Specks of blood on sheets, pillowcases, or blankets also suggest a problem with bed bugs.  Look for these specks near the seams of mattresses and box springs as well. Blood stains are more noticeable than exoskeletons and almost always indicate a problem with bed bugs.  

Live Bugs

As nocturnal creatures, bed bugs hide during the day and come out at night. Spotting the bug can be difficult, but not impossible, when a confused bug accidentally withers out of his dark crevice. Bed bugs resemble ticks; they’re small, reddish-brown in color, and oval-shaped. Expect the bedbug to quickly scurry toward darkness and a hiding place if it's spotted. Southern Pride Pest Control is a full-service pest control company headquartered in Muscle Shoals, AL. SPPC specializes in pest control and prevention services, including termite control, rodent control, bed bug control, ant control, and mosquito control, and can even help with moisture control around your residence or commercial property. Established in 2010, Southern Pride Pest Control is a reliable source of quality pest-management solutions delivered by a team you can trust. Call us today for any of your pest control needs.