Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown insects that feed on human blood, typically at night. While they don’t transmit disease, they are one of the most stressful and difficult pests to deal with in both homes and yes, even businesses.
What makes bed bugs especially challenging is how easily they spread. They are excellent travelers and expert hiders, hitching rides on luggage, clothing, furniture, and even backpacks. Because of this, anyone can get bed bugs. They are not a sign of a dirty home or poor hygiene as sometimes believed.
In Colorado, bed bug infestations have become increasingly common in residential homes, apartments, hotels, and even offices due to increased travel and population growth.
Waking up with unexplained bites? That is a classic early warning sign. Bed bugs feed at night while you sleep, don’t wait to call for an inspection.
Types of Bed Bugs Found in Colorado
The primary species found in Colorado homes, hotels, and businesses:
Only Species
Common Bed Bug
Cimex lectularius
Small (apple-seed sized), flat, reddish-brown. The most widespread bed bug species in the United States. Thrives in any indoor environment where humans are present. This includes homes, hotels, dorms, offices. Unlike climate-sensitive pests, bed bugs live indoors year-round throughout all of Colorado, from Colorado Springs to Denver and beyond.
Seasonal note! Bed bugs are active all year long. Unlike outdoor pests, they are not slowed by Colorado winters. Infestations often increase in late summer and fall due to travel, but heated homes provide everything they need to survive even the harshest months.
Bed bugs multiply fast. A female can lay eggs daily, producing over 200 in her lifetime. Even with a lifespan of just four to six months, that’s enough to create a serious infestation in a short amount of time.
FAQ: Bed Bug Questions
Bed bug bites are often small, red, itchy welts that may appear in a line or cluster. However, reactions vary, and some people may not react at all.
No, bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases, but their bites can cause itching, allergic reactions, and sleep disruption.
They hitchhike on luggage, clothing, used furniture, and even visitors.
No, despite the name, they can live in couches, baseboards, outlets, and more.
It is extremely difficult. Bed bugs are resistant to many DIY treatments and hide in hard-to-reach places.
Quickly. A small problem can turn into a full infestation in weeks if not addressed.
We will ask for you to remove bedding and to move furniture away from the walls. Check out our article on what to expect.
Bed bugs are excellent at traveling from one apartment to another, adjoining one. Many times, people can feel embarrassed to have bed bugs and may be hesitant to share if they have found a problem. Colorado law (HB19-1328) states tenants must report bed bugs to landlords in a timely manner.
Why Do I Have Bed Bugs?
Bed bugs are not attracted to dirt or food like many other pests. Instead, they are drawn to people and carbon dioxide (your breath). Common ways infestations start:
✈️ Travel (hotels, Airbnbs, flights)
🛋️ Used furniture or mattresses
👥 Guests bringing them unknowingly
🏠 Shared walls in apartments or condos
Because they are such skilled hitchhikers, even the cleanest homes and businesses can experience an infestation.
Where Are Bed Bugs Found?
Bed bugs hide in small cracks and crevices close to where people rest or sleep. They are most active at night and tend to stay within 5–10 feet of a host, but severe infestations can spread throughout a structure. Common hiding spots:
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Mattress seams & box springs
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Upholstered furniture
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Bed frames & headboards
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Baseboards & carpet edges
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Electrical outlets & wall voids
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Luggage & personal belongings
In apartment complexes, we will always treat adjoining units as bed bugs can and will travel through walls.
How Do I Get Rid of Bed Bugs?
Getting rid of bed bugs is one of the toughest pest control challenges. DIY methods can help reduce populations but rarely eliminate an infestation. Here are a few things you can try.
Steps you can take to get rid of bed bugs
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WASH & DRY ON HIGH HEAT
Wash and dry all bedding, clothing, and linens on the highest heat setting. Heat is one of the most effective ways to kill bed bugs at all life stages.
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VACUUM THOROUGHLY
Vacuum mattresses, furniture, baseboards, and carpets thoroughly. Dispose of the vacuum contents immediately in a sealed bag outside your home.
03
REDUCE CLUTTER
Eliminate hiding spots by reducing clutter around sleeping areas. Less clutter means fewer places for bed bugs to hide and breed.
Complete Pest Control – Our Process
We’ve been resolving bed bug infestations in the Colorado Springs area for over a decade. Our process starts with a detailed inspection to identify all affected areas. We then apply targeted, professional-grade treatments to the areas where bed bugs live, travel, and hide. For persistent infestations, we provide follow-up services to ensure the problem is fully resolved and not just temporarily reduced. We are in most compliance networks in the Colorado Springs area, making us a trusted partner for landlords and property managers as well.
How to Prevent Bed Bugs
Preventing bed bugs starts with awareness, especially since they are such effective travelers. The most effective approach combines vigilance during travel with habits at home:
- Inspect hotel rooms (mattress seams, headboards) when traveling
- Keep luggage off the floor and bed while staying away from home
- Wash clothes immediately after returning home — dry on high heat
- Avoid bringing used furniture inside without thorough inspection
- Use mattress encasements designed to block bed bugs
- In apartments, report sightings to management quickly — bed bugs travel through shared walls
- Early detection and quick action are key to preventing a small issue from becoming a full infestation.
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Ready to Get Rid of Bed Bugs? Call Complete Pest Control.
Bed bugs are stressful, but you don’t have to deal with them alone. At Complete Pest Control, we specialize in identifying and eliminating bed bug infestations quickly and effectively so you can get back to sleeping comfortably. Don’t wait, bed bugs will not go away on their own, and early action makes all the difference.
“They came out same day and were incredibly thorough. We had tried everything on our own and nothing worked. Complete Pest Control got rid of our bed bug problem completely.”
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