What this Blog will Cover
- Why bed bugs are a problem in high-turnover properties and how they get inside.
- The financial and reputational risks of infestations.
- How to identify bed bugs—the signs to watch for and where they hide.
- Preventive steps you can take to protect your property.
- What to do if bed bugs are found, including professional inspection and treatment options.
Why Bed Bugs Are a Threat in Atlanta Hotels and Rentals
Even with frequent cleaning, bed bugs can infiltrate your property. These pests often hitch a ride on guests. Once inside, they don’t stick out in plain sight. Bed bugs are masters of hiding in mattress seams, behind headboards, inside furniture, behind picture frames, and even in wall outlets. And because they are primarily nocturnal, they’re harder to spot during routine cleanings, at least at first.
Why You Can’t Afford a Bed Bug Problem
Bed bugs aren’t just unpleasant; they can impact your bottom line. One guest complaint can spiral into damaging online reviews, hurting your reputation, and discouraging future bookings.
Eliminating bed bugs can also become costly if the infestation spreads. You’ll face not only the expense of professional treatment but also the potential loss of income while affected rooms or units are out of commission.
While bed bugs don’t transmit diseases, they do bite and cause discomfort and stress for guests. Housekeeping staff can even inadvertently carry them home, extending the problem beyond your property.
How to Identify and Prevent Bed Bugs
Preventing bed bugs in high-turnover properties is challenging, but there are steps you can take:
- Mattress protection: Use mattress encasements to make inspections easier and prevent infestations.
- Professional inspections: Schedule regular bed bug maintenance with Bizzy Bee Exterminators.
- Staff training: Ensure cleaning teams know how to check for bed bugs during every turnover.
Signs of a bed bug infestation include:
- Guests reporting bites
- Tiny red dots on bedding
- Black smears resembling ink spots
- Live or dead bugs
- Eggs or shed skins
Where to look:
- Sheets, blankets, and pillows
- Mattress seams, box springs, and headboards
- Upholstered furniture
- Cracks along floors or walls
- Behind outlets, picture frames, and curtains
- Dresser drawers and other hidden spaces
What to Do If You Find Bed Bugs
If you spot evidence or even suspect bed bugs, it’s critical to act immediately. Early detection makes treatment far easier and limits the risk to future guests.
Contact Bizzy Bee Exterminators for a professional bed bug inspection. If no infestation is present, you gain peace of mind. If bed bugs are detected, early intervention ensures they’re eliminated before the problem grows.
Our commercial bed bug treatments target all life stages, preventing re-infestation, and our ongoing maintenance programs provide continuous protection for your property. Protect your Atlanta hotel or short-term rental today by scheduling a bed bug inspection with Bizzy Bee Exterminators.
