How Bed Bugs Survive the Cold: Winter Infestation Secrets

November 19, 2025

When temperatures drop, many homeowners breathe a sigh of relief, assuming the cold will finally get rid of bed bugs. Unfortunately, these resilient pests are experts at surviving the winter months—and they often become even more of a problem when homes are kept warm and cozy.

Bed bugs don’t hibernate or die off in cold weather. Instead, they seek out warmth and shelter—often inside your home. Once indoors, they thrive in heated spaces like bedrooms, living rooms, and even the seams of couches and mattresses. As long as they have access to human hosts for feeding and a comfortable environment, bed bugs can remain active all year long.

Even in unheated areas, bed bugs have surprising survival tactics. They can slow down their metabolism in extremely low temperatures, entering a semi-dormant state until conditions improve. This ability allows them to hide out in cracks, furniture, and storage boxes until warmth returns.

Winter also tends to increase infestations because people spend more time indoors and travel during the holidays, unknowingly carrying bed bugs from hotels, public transportation, or relatives’ homes. Once introduced, these pests spread quickly and are notoriously difficult to eliminate without professional help.

At Secured Environment Pest and Wildlife Control, we use advanced inspection and treatment methods to identify and eradicate bed bugs, even in their toughest hiding spots. If you suspect an infestation this winter, don’t wait for the problem to disappear on its own—it won’t. Contact our team for safe, thorough, and effective bed bug removal that keeps your home protected through every season.

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