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Bed Bugs: A Global Problem

If there weren’t already enough things in the world to worry about, recent research has given us even more reason to be concerned about safety in our own homes. We’re not talking about an increase in crime, violence or any other security …
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What’s the Difference Between Bed Bugs And Fleas?

They’re similar in size, shape, and appearance, and are both capable of causing endless grief. They both feed on blood (human and animal varieties) and leave irritating bites. If your home happens to become infested by either one of them, you’re …
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Do Bed Bug Bites Hurt?

Each of us either knows somebody that’s suffered a bed bug infestation or have suffered one ourselves. They’re a constant and seemingly endless pest that affect our travels, our home and even the comfort of our sleep. While any infestation is …
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Pest Control Niagara – Do Bed Bugs Carry Diseases?

When your lights go off and you close your eyes for a well-deserved rest, that’s when bed bugs come out to feast. All they need to thrive is a warm, dark place to hide and a host body to feed off. Unfortunately, they are more than just a nuisance …
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Will Heat Kill Bed Bugs?

You’ve found the dreaded bites on your skin and further inspection of your bedding has confirmed that you have an infestation of unwelcome housemates – bed bugs. There’s a chance they’ve made a home in your clothing, baggage and other furniture like …
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Getting Your Home Ready for Bed Bug Removal Treatment

It is such an unsettling feeling when there is a bed bug infestation possibility in your home. And with the rise of these insects within Ontario, you’re most likely not the only one. Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to kill and have a propensity …
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Niagara Pest Control: Common Bed Bug Myths

Bed bugs have made a comeback in Niagara and they’re looking to hitchhike their way into our homes. These pests are a nuisance to deal with, yet their growth indicates how little people understand about them and their behaviours. To help you keep …
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What Can You Do After Bed Bug Removal?

When bed bugs enter your home, removing them can be a nightmare. The process is time-consuming and often difficult to manage on your own. That’s why Truly Nolen is right there with you every step of the way. Bed bug control in Niagara is made easier …

Why Hamilton is No. 7 on Canada's Top Bed Bug Infested Cities?

Bed bugs aren’t a unique problem. These tiny insects are found everywhere, but Hamilton is in a bit of a pickle. Results from a 2018 study puts the city at No. 7 on their list of top bed bug infested cities. It’s an unsavory designation, no doubt; …
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Cleaning Checklist - Include Bed Bug Hotspots

Waking up with an insect bite is unpleasant, but it may also be a sign for something a bit more troubling, namely: Bed bugs. Given the rise of reported bed bugs in Niagara, homeowners need to be more vigilant in their everyday lives. If you’re …
The Surprising History of Bed Bugs

The Surprising History of Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are an absolute nightmare for homeowners. These pint-sized insects have earned their reputation over the decades by being persistent, evasive, and difficult to control. Once an infestation starts, you’re only left wondering how these pesky …
Residential Pest Control: Are bed bugs able to fly?

Residential Pest Control: Are Bed Bugs Able to Fly?

You’ve found small, red marks on your skin and you’re afraid of where they are coming from? After finding even more reddish bumps in a small cluster on your skin which you can’t seem to stop itching, your fears are confirmed. Despite your home being …