Bed Bug Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some common questions about bed bugs. 

  • What are bed bugs?

    Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown insects that feed on human and animal blood, usually at night. They are about the size of an apple seed and hide in cracks, furniture, and bedding.

  • How can I tell if I have bed bugs?

    Common signs include small reddish stains on sheets, tiny dark droppings, shed skins, itchy bite marks on your body, and seeing live bugs in mattress seams or furniture.

  • Do bed bugs spread diseases?

    Bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases, but their bites can cause itching, allergic reactions, and sleep disturbances.

  • Where do bed bugs hide?

    They hide in mattresses, box springs, bed frames, headboards, furniture seams, baseboards, electrical outlets, and even behind wallpaper.

  • How do bed bugs spread from place to place?

    They often hitchhike on luggage, clothing, used furniture, or personal belongings, making it easy for them to spread between homes, hotels, and workplaces.