Bedbugs

General Information

the adult bed bug is an oval insect, 5mm long by about 3mm broad.
if the bed bug has not recently fed it is very flattened and red-brown in colour. Once it has fed it changes to a dark mahogany colour and becomes more rounded.
if the citizen is only receiving bites from the knee to his foot, then it is more likely to be fleas.
bed bugs can be found in gaps in furniture especially beds where the legs meet the headboard.

Significance

Bed bugs are not known to be frequent carriers of disease and their importannce is most related to the unpleasant irritation following their bites.

Preventative Treatment

Food	Access	Harbourage (i.e. possible nest sites)
n/a	no realistic preventative measures	you will need professional help dealing with an infestation of bed bugs

Stirling Council

there is no charge for this service as this is a public health issue

Treatment

includes repeat visits where necessary

Concessions

certain concessions from payment apply e.g. OAP/UB40 - if you wish to request a concession please phone 0845 2777000 we regret that concessions can not be processed on line