Everyone loves the cuddly warm atmosphere of a home - especially
bedbugs. The also enjoy the proximity of a nice juicy creature, whether
it is a human being or an animal. It's no wonder that these annoying
little critters have become a problem in many homes. They sneak into
furniture, carpets, electrical appliances and even (surprise, surprise!)
the bed. Consequently, they know just how induce stress and ruin a
perfectly great night's sleep. Moreover, they are also a potential
health risk - so if you want to lead a healthy and happy life, it's
essential to get rid of these unwanted pests immediately.
You can
either opt for some ingenious home remedies or call in a pest controller
to save the day. However, if you're planning on taking care of it
yourself, here are some known hacks that the little demons are known to
hate!
1. Lavender Oil:
The beautiful soothing notes of
lavender have proven extremely useful in making the little critters
scuttle away. While the strong scent of various fragrances appears to be
distasteful to them, lavender has been noted to be the most effective.
So smear it all over the bed and affected areas and let it work its
magic. It shouldn't be long before the wonderful peace of your home is
restored. If you don't have this handy, you can always use body lotions
and other products which have a strong note of lavender present in it.
Smear it on yourself as well to stay safe from bed bug bites through the
night.
Not only will this help you clear out the infestation, but
it will also keep your home smelling beautifully for a number of days to
come!
2. Tea Tree Oil:
Believe it or not, but this is the
ultimate insect repelling hack. Bedbugs hate it, so we just adore it.
Get the biggest bottle you can lay your hands on, dilute it a little,
and spray it strategically over the affected areas. The mattress,
curtains, behind the pictures, and even carpet corners - nothing should
be spared. And the best part about this solution is that the little
monsters will refrain from biting you as well! So say goodbye to those
frustrating little insect bite bumps when you wake up every morning!
3. Cinnamon:
Not
the most effective solution, this one is a remedy for emergencies. If
you need a solution straight away but don't have lavender or tea tree
oil lying around, this is what you can go for instead. Cinnamon is
present in just about all kitchens, so you needn't leave the house to
get a hold of some. All you need to do is sprinkle it over your bed and
infected areas, and the bedbugs will stay away for the time being. They
seem to hate the strong scent of cinnamon, making it a great ingredient
for getting rid of the annoying critters. So if you've got a problem on
your hands and need a quick fix - just turn to your kitchen for the
answer!
4. Dryers:
Everyone loves warmth, but heat is an
entirely different ball game. Just like we can't stand boiling hot
temperatures - neither can the bedbugs (or most insects, for that
matter). Now we aren't suggesting that you should boil the infected
products, but it is advisable that anything that can go into the dryer
should be thrown in without a second thought. Now set it on high and let
it do the trick. Unfortunately not all infestation zones can be thrown
in, so a little extra effort will be required to combat the problem.
However, if your troubles are limited to the bed sheets or even bags -
this is a great solution for you!
5. Vacuum Cleaners:
Since
those little suckers enjoy feasting on you, its safe to say that
anything that prevents this is adequately hated by them. If a dryer is
not enough and you need some extra help, enlist the vacuum cleaner for
your cause. Once you've got this, vacuum everything you possibly can.
From telephones to photo frames, carpets, bed sheets, and more. It's
okay to go a little crazy, because the brown critters tend to be
camouflaged easily - and you don't want to miss any out. However, this
entire process can take a while, so its best to do it when you have
plenty of time to spare. But don't put it off for too long - it is your
health that's at stake here !
6. Petroleum Jelly:
Bedbugs
can't fly, so they climb about everywhere. Once you discover an
infestation, the first thing you want to do is keep yourself safe. So
you begin by ensuring that the bed isn't touching the wall. After all,
this becomes an easy path to you through the night. Once you pull it
away, if you have an elevated bed (and it's frame can handle it), rub
some petroleum jelly on its legs. Since the little critters can't fly,
their only route to you will be up the legs. With the jelly smeared all
over - this makes it the ideal trap! So the next morning, you'll
probably find them stuck to the bed posts, ready to be gotten rid of.
If
none of these solutions seem to do the trick, it's time to call in the
big guns. The arch enemy of bedbugs - its time for the pest controller
to take over. DIY methods can be time consuming and a little less
effective. However, a pest controller is practiced in this and knows
just what to do. With years of experience to back them up, they know how
to get rid of the annoying pests relatively quickly without leaving any
behind. So if nothing seems to click, don't risk your health and
well-being. Instead, a professional is the ideal solution to restore
your happy life.
Bedbugs don't come around because your home is
too neat or too messy. They are often passed on from one surface to
another. Maybe they climbed onto your bag in the plane, or perhaps they
were passed on through someone else's belongings. However, there is no
denying that they are bad news. So once you do discover them wandering
around your home, don't wait to get rid of them. It's time to attack -
NOW!
