Bed bug infestations are on the rise recently, and many homeowners are out there looking for different ways to eradicate the pest. However, if you have small children or pets you'll want to consider certain points before turning to chemicals and insecticides that you are not sure of.

You could try an environmentally friendly substance that is advertised by many companies, and which arguably contain only natural components, such as plant extracts, to make them safe for humans and pets. You can check out bed bug bites treatment via various online resources.

Manufacturers claim that these insecticides are as effectively eradicate the bug adults, larvae and eggs, as chemical pesticides such as Hidroprena or Diatomaceous Earth, while being totally non-toxic to pets.

However, natural or home made insecticides are rarely as efficient as industrial chemical pesticide that you can buy at the store. If they are sold in your store, which means that they have gone through a serious investigation by the EPA at the stage of registration.

You do not have to be afraid to use such insecticides. Likewise you can rest assured if you hire a professional exterminator with good credentials, listen to his authoritative instructions and employ security measures that are part of the chemical treatment.