Having bite marks on your body when you wake up could be a sign of bed bugs in your home. How can you tell for sure if these bites are from bed bugs? The following information will help you identify these bites, so you can get professional bed bug control New Jersey services.
Allergic Reactions
Not everyone has allergic reactions to bed bug bites. If you do have a reaction, the bites might appear right away as red spots, but it can take up to two weeks for a reaction to occur. Some bites can turn into larger red spots that itch for a few days. Some people even have both immediate and delayed reactions.
Signs of Bed Bug Bites
It can be hard to tell whether your bites are from bed bugs or another pest. Bed bug bites tend to show up in groups as these pests feed in a rather unique way. Their bites can appear on any part of your body that’s exposed when you sleep, such as your arms, neck or face. Keep in mind that you shouldn’t count on everyone in your home having bite reactions to determine if you have a bed bug problem. Some people never have a reaction to these bites.
If you have bites from bed bugs, we can help. Contact Allison Pest Control for more information about our bed bug control New Jersey services.