{"id":447,"date":"2016-10-20T15:50:20","date_gmt":"2016-10-20T15:50:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/simply-laundry.com\/blog\/can-i-get-bedbugs-if-i-live-in-an-upscale-building\/"},"modified":"2019-06-13T06:44:50","modified_gmt":"2019-06-13T06:44:50","slug":"can-i-get-bedbugs-if-i-live-in-an-upscale-building","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simply-laundry.com\/blog\/can-i-get-bedbugs-if-i-live-in-an-upscale-building\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Get Bedbugs If I Live In An Upscale Building"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bedbugs<\/span><\/a>. They\u2019re not pleasant to think about and even more unpleasant to encounter in real life. When most people hear the words \u201cbedbug infestation,\u201d they immediately think of a derelict, dirty apartment or a seedy motel room. Bedbugs couldn\u2019t possibly infect a clean, upscale apartment, could they?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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They can, and do.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bedbugs are the pest you can find anywhere. Bedbugs spread so easily and multiply so quickly that you are just as likely to encounter them at a five-star hotel as you are at a $30-per-night motel. Bedbug infestations can occur in the most expensive, best kept houses and those that haven\u2019t seen care in years. Bedbugs are truly the equalizer of the pest world.<\/span><\/p>\n

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While the best strategy in avoiding bedbugs is prevention, once you get them, they are next to impossible to get rid of without professional help. <\/span><\/p>\n

Preventing Bedbug Infestations<\/span><\/h3>\n

As the adage goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of treatment. Being mindful of bedbug infestations and taking precautions to avoid one is the best way to ensure your home isn\u2019t infested with bedbugs.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The <\/span>Government of Canada<\/span><\/a> is a great resource for learning preventative measures to avoid bedbug infestations, check out their recommendations <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>. The best strategy in bedbug infestation prevention is to ensure you reduce the areas in which bedbugs can hide, avoid situations that may bring bedbugs into your home, and incorporate a regular check for bedbugs into your home upkeep routine. <\/span><\/p>\n

Eliminating Bedbug Infestations<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you think you\u2019ve got bedbugs, follow the strategies listed above; if you <\/span>know <\/span>you\u2019ve got bedbugs – don\u2019t panic, there are options. <\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re certain of a bedbug infestation, it\u2019s inadvisable to try and tackle the problem yourself. Adult bedbugs can reach the size of about 10mm and are visible to the naked eye; however, the eggs they lay (at a rate of about two to four per day) are only 1mm in size and very difficult to spot against most surfaces. Call in a professional pest control operator who will ensure all the bedbugs are gone, and gone for good.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For a list of professional pest control operators in your area, check out <\/span>Pest World Canada<\/span><\/a>. For more information on getting rid of bedbugs, check out <\/span>these helpful tips<\/span><\/a> from the <\/span>Government of Canada<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Aftermath Of An Infestation<\/span><\/h3>\n

After you\u2019ve dealt with a bedbug infestation and had a professional in to clear your home, you\u2019ll want to make sure you never, ever have to deal with that nightmare again. An important part of keeping your home bedbug-free is to thoroughly wash all items that were in the home during the infestation including clothing, linens, bed sheets, pillows, etc. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Seem like an insurmountable task? Don\u2019t stress, the professionals at <\/span>Simply Laundry<\/span><\/a> have you covered. Whatever your laundering needs – silks, duvets, winter jackets – we can handle it! All you need to do is place the clothes you need laundered or dry cleaned in your Simply Laundry eco-friendly garment bag (don\u2019t have one? <\/span>Sign up for an account<\/span><\/a> to get yours free!), request a pick-up online, and we\u2019ll handle the rest. <\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019ve had the unpleasant experience of bedbugs invading your home, don\u2019t let it happen again. Get in touch with the experts at <\/span>Simply Laundry<\/span><\/a> and consider your bedbug problems history! Simply Laundry provides the <\/span>best laundry and dry cleaning delivery services in Toronto<\/span><\/a>, with eco-friendly cleaning methods and a <\/span>variety of wash & fold services<\/span><\/a> designed to suit all needs and budgets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additional Resources:<\/span><\/h3>\n

What Are Bedbugs?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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How Can I Avoid Bedbugs While Travelling?<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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