Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are tiny hitchhiking insects that hide near where you sleep and multiply fast — one of the hardest pests to eliminate without professional help.
How to Identify Bed Bugs
Flat, oval, reddish-brown insects about the size of an apple seed; eggs and young are much smaller and pale.
Why They're a Problem in Florida
They hide in mattress seams, headboards, baseboards, and cracks by day and feed on blood at night. A single female lays hundreds of eggs.
The risk: Itchy bites, allergic reactions, and serious stress — though they don't transmit disease.
Signs of Bed Bugs
- Itchy bites in lines or clusters
- Rust-colored spots on sheets and mattress seams
- Shed skins and dark fecal specks
When They're Active
Year-round indoors.
Prevention Tips
- Inspect hotel beds and used furniture
- Reduce clutter near beds
- Wash and heat-dry travel clothing
How Taps Gets Rid of Bed Bugs
Our licensed local technicians target bed bugs at the source with pet- and family-safe treatments, backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. See our treatment & pricing →
Bed Bugs — FAQs
Does heat treatment kill bed bugs and eggs?
Yes. Professional heat treatment raises the room to 125–130°F, lethal to bed bugs at every life stage — including eggs that chemical sprays often miss.
How did I get bed bugs?
Bed bugs are hitchhikers — they ride in on luggage, used furniture, clothing, or bags after you've been somewhere they were present (hotels, rideshares, other homes). They have nothing to do with cleanliness; anyone can pick them up while traveling or buying secondhand items.
How do I know it's bed bugs and not fleas or another bite?
Bed bug bites tend to appear in lines or clusters on skin exposed while sleeping, and you'll often find rust-colored spots on the sheets, dark fecal specks in mattress seams, and shed skins near the bed. Fleas usually bite around the ankles and involve pets. If you find those mattress-seam signs, it's bed bugs.
How should I prepare for a bed bug treatment?
We'll give you a detailed prep list — typically bagging and hot-drying linens and clothing, reducing clutter, and clearing access to beds and baseboards. Good prep is a big part of success, and we walk you through exactly what to do before we arrive.
How long does it take to get rid of bed bugs?
Heat treatment can knock out an infestation in a single day, while conventional treatments usually take a couple of visits a few weeks apart to catch newly hatched bugs. We'll recommend the approach that fits your home and how widespread the activity is.
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