Why Bed Bugs Are Bad

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Everyone has heard the phrase, "Don't let the bed bugs bite," but few people have encountered the headache of a bed bug infestation. That's why the expert exterminators at Denning Pest Control are here to help Jefferson City residents identify and get rid of bed bugs.

Though bed bugs are tiny insects, they can be a major nuisance. Typically they hitch a ride on luggage, clothing, or furniture brought into your home and that's how the infestation begins. Even if your house is totally spotless, it doesn't matter; they can still find their way in. Some of their favorite hiding spots are box springs, mattresses, or headboards, hence the name bed bug. They are so small they can also squeeze into cracks in your walls or underneath electrical outlets.

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