Bed bugs are insects that feed on human and animal blood.
They are small reddish-brown winglessinsects that crawl to a sleeping host and feeds.
Since they are small (around 1mm to 7mm), flat and oval, they can hide anywhere their bodies can fit.
This gives the pest virtually hundreds of places to hide to avoid bed bug control.
Understanding the factors that contribute to a bed mite infestation is an integral part control these pests.
Bed mite factors to be aware of

1. These pests can travel from place to place by hitchhiking in the luggage and clothing of people who came from an infested area.
   They are sometimes present in second hand furniture purchased in a garage sale.
   
2. Bed mites can live up to a year without feeding.
   Bed bug control doesn't stop until one is sure that all bed mites are eradicated.
   Missing just one or two may start the infestation all over again.
   
3. These bugs can travel up to 100 feet in search of prey.
   Responsible bed mite control means thoroughly searching all parts of the house for these pests.
   
4. The infestation is not a hygiene problem.
   Even the cleanest of houses can contain these pests.
   These mites do not go to a house, they are brought there.
   
5. Traditional insect baits and traps do not work well on these tiny insects.
   Check on the proper materials used specifically for bed mite control.
   

Constant Vigilance As mentioned, these pests are brought to a house.
Controlling these pests means being constantly aware of the factors that can cause an infestation.
Regular steps such as these means less worries when it comes to bed bug control:

1. Regularly cleaning the house can help determine if there is an infestation, including the scale of infestation.
   
2. After travelling abroad, always clean dirty laundry immediately.
   If possible, check all belongings to be sure.
   
3. Always be aware of telltale signs of bed mite presence such as bite marks, dark spots near the bed, and bed mite casings.
   
4. Clean and disinfect second hand furniture bought at a garage sale or discount shop.
   
5. After having a visitor sleep over, clean the bed sheets and the room immediately.
   
6. Consider procuring special mattress covers that can trap these annoying pests.
   

Understand that bed mite control is a continuous process.
Getting rid of an infestation does not guarantee that they won't be returning again.
Knowing what to do to prevent these insects from invading one's home is the best way to bed bug control.
It is also advisable that you contact professional exterminators to effectively get rid of the pests in your house.