Bites alone are not enough
Bites can come from many causes. Better clues include dark stains on mattress seams, shed skins, live insects, eggs, and activity near headboards, couches, baseboards, or luggage. A safe photo can help the call start in the right direction.
Richmond rental and EKU-area context
Student housing, apartments, roommates, travel, guests, and used furniture all matter. If the issue is in a rental, know who can authorize access and whether neighboring rooms or units have reported activity.
Do not spread the problem while trying to clean
Bagging, moving, or discarding items without a plan can spread bed bugs through hallways, vehicles, or other rooms. Call before hauling furniture out or moving bedding around the property.
What the call should cover
Mention the first room, how many rooms may be involved, whether anyone traveled recently, whether furniture was purchased used, and whether the concern is in a house, dorm-style rental, hotel, or apartment building.
Common questions
Can bed bugs be confirmed from bites?
No. Physical evidence is much more useful than bite patterns alone.
Should I throw away my mattress?
Do not rush to discard furniture. Moving items can spread the problem.