How Bed Bugs Spread and How to Stop Them

January 9, 2026

Bed bugs are one of the most persistent and frustrating pests homeowners can encounter. Tiny, elusive, and incredibly resilient, these pests can invade any home, regardless of cleanliness. Understanding how bed bugs spread is key to stopping an infestation before it takes hold. At Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services, we help homeowners and businesses protect their spaces from these unwelcome guests.

How Bed Bugs Spread

Bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers. They don’t jump or fly, but they can easily move from place to place by clinging to:

• Luggage and travel bags from hotels or public transportation
• Used furniture or mattresses brought into your home
• Clothing, coats, and personal items in shared spaces like offices, schools, or dorms
• Adjacent apartments or units in multi-family buildings

Because they can survive several months without feeding, bed bugs can remain hidden and unnoticed until a full infestation develops.

Steps to Stop Bed Bugs

• Inspect and Monitor – Regularly check your bedding, mattresses, furniture seams, and baseboards for signs of bed bugs, such as dark spots, shed skins, or tiny bites.
• Clean and Declutter – Reduce hiding spots by vacuuming, laundering bedding in hot water, and keeping areas organized.
• Be Careful with Second-Hand Items – Inspect and, if possible, treat used furniture, mattresses, or clothing before bringing them inside.
• Seal Cracks and Crevices – Bed bugs love hiding in small gaps. Sealing openings in walls, furniture, and floors can limit their spread.

Call the Professionals – DIY methods are often not enough. Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services offers effective bed bug treatments, from heat applications to safe chemical treatments, tailored to your home or business.

Preventing a bed bug infestation requires vigilance, quick action, and the right expertise. Don’t wait until the problem spreads—take proactive steps today to protect your home or workplace.

Contact Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services for a professional inspection and effective bed bug control solutions. Stop these pests in their tracks before they become a major headache.

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