Bed bugs are one of the most stressful pest problems a homeowner can face. These tiny insects hide in mattresses, furniture, baseboards, and wall cracks, feeding on human blood while you sleep.
At Hicks Home Defense, we use a targeted treatment strategy designed to eliminate bed bugs at every stage of their life cycle — from eggs to adults.
If you suspect bed bugs, the most important thing you can do is act quickly before the infestation spreads.
For additional home prevention guidance, homeowners can review the CDC’s pest prevention recommendations at
https://www.cdc.gov/pests/index.html
If you’re experiencing pest issues or want preventative protection, Hicks Home Defense is ready to help. Our pest control services are designed to protect your property in every season.
Contact us today to schedule a free inspection and receive a personalized treatment plan built specifically for your home.
Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown insects about the size of an apple seed. They hide during the day and come out at night to feed on humans.
They are expert hitchhikers and often enter homes through:
• Luggage after travel
• Used furniture or mattresses
• Clothing or bags
• Visitors from infested homes
• Apartments or multi-family housing
Once inside a home, they multiply quickly and spread from room to room.
Many people don’t realize they have bed bugs until the infestation becomes severe.
Common warning signs include:
• Small itchy bites, often in clusters or lines
• Tiny blood spots on sheets or pillowcases
• Dark specks or stains on mattresses or furniture (bed bug droppings)
• Shed skins or tiny white eggs near mattress seams
• Live bed bugs hiding in cracks, baseboards, or furniture
Bed bugs typically hide within 8–10 feet of where people sleep, but larger infestations can spread throughout the home.
Bed bugs are extremely resilient and difficult to eliminate without professional treatment.
Over-the-counter sprays often fail because:
• Bed bugs hide deep inside cracks and furniture
• Eggs are resistant to many chemicals
• Improper treatment causes them to spread into new areas
Many homeowners unknowingly make the problem worse by attempting DIY treatments.
Professional treatment is the fastest and most reliable way to eliminate them.
Safety is always a priority. Our technicians use EPA-approved products applied with precision and care. We follow Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles that emphasize:
This balanced strategy allows us to deliver effective results while maintaining a safe home environment.
Homes in Arkansas commonly deal with ants, roaches, spiders, termites, rodents, and mosquitoes. Professional pest management helps eliminate and prevent these infestations year-round.
Most homeowners benefit from quarterly treatments, while properties with higher pest pressure may require more frequent service.
Yes. All services are performed using EPA-approved products applied by trained professionals to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Yes. Our rodent services include inspection, removal, exclusion, and prevention to reduce future infestations.
Yes. Our mosquito control solutions significantly reduce mosquito populations around residential properties.
