Bed Bug Basics Archive
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The Future of Bed Bugs
Posted on February 14, 2012 | No CommentsIn this episode Jeff will have his first guest on Bed Bug TV, Allie Taisey, and they will discuss the future of bed bugs -
Bed Bugs, Body Hair and Bear Costumes
Posted on December 20, 2011 | No CommentsIn this episode, Jeff will talk about a recent study that was released online that demonstrated that bed bugs chose to feed on a subjects arm that was shaved rather than feed on an arm covered in hair. -
Are Bed Bug Pesticides Safe?
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No CommentsJeff will answer one of the most popular e-mail questions he receives which asks if the pesticides being applied for bed bug infestations are “safe”? -
Bed Bug Luggage Sprays
Posted on August 10, 2011 | No CommentsJeff will discuss bed bug luggage sprays, how they may not be 100% effective, but may be worth considering. -
Preferred Pesticides for Bed Bug Treatment
Posted on June 22, 2011 | No CommentsIn this episode Jeff will discuss the pesticides that he and BedBug Central are using in their bed bug treatment protocols -
How Do I Know If the Bed Bugs are Gone?
Posted on April 20, 2011 | No CommentsJeff talks about different ways to help you determine if bed bugs are present in your home. -
A Few Easy Steps to Avoid Bed Bugs at the Office
Posted on February 28, 2011 | No CommentsJeff discusses a few easy steps you can take to avoid bed bugs at the office or workplace. -
A Few Easy Steps to Avoid Bed Bugs When you Travel
Posted on December 18, 2010 | No CommentsIn this episode Jeff will talk about how to avoid staying in a hotel room that is overly infested with bed bugs and how to avoid taking bed bugs home with you. -
Taking the Bite out of the Holidays
Posted on November 1, 2010 | No CommentsIn this episode, Jeff will discuss a Holiday Bed Bug Charity he has been working on. -
Post-Bed Bug Treatment Recommendations
Posted on August 13, 2010 | 1 CommentJeff discusses what people should and shouldn't do after a bed bug treatment -
Mattress and Box Spring Encasements
Posted on August 9, 2010 | 1 CommentJeff discusses key points regarding mattress and box spring encasements. -
Bed Bugs In Retail Stores
Posted on July 28, 2010 | 3 CommentsJeff discusses the recent news articles on bed bugs being found in retail stores -
Bed Bug Preparations
Posted on July 6, 2010 | 6 CommentsJeff will discuss what the typical recommendations are for bed bug treatment -
What is biting me? Unexplained Bites
Posted on June 11, 2010 | 1 CommentJeff provides some options that explain what the source of an unexplained reaction may be. -
Bed Bugs in Schools
Posted on April 13, 2010 | 1 CommentJeff discusses bed bugs in schools and the issues surrounding this topic. -
How to Inspect a Couch for Bed Bugs
Posted on March 30, 2010 | 1 CommentIn this episode Jeff will explain the areas on a couch you should inspect if you want to inspect your couch for bed bugs -
How to Inspect a Bed for Bed Bugs
Posted on March 22, 2010 | 11 CommentsIn this episode Jeff will explain the areas on a bed you should inspect if you want to inspect your bed for bed bugs. -
Reasons Why Bed Bugs Spread
Posted on January 15, 2010 | No CommentsJeff discusses an article recently published in the American Entomologist and the Journal of Medical Entomology -
Placing Items in the Cold to kill Bed Bugs
Posted on December 14, 2009 | 2 CommentsIn this episode Jeff will discuss why placing bed bug infested items outside in the cold may not be an effective option -
Bed Bug Treatment by Structure
Posted on November 30, 2009 | 7 CommentsIn this episode Jeff will discuss the differences in bed bug treatments in various structurs -
Bed Bugs and Personal Belongings
Posted on November 20, 2009 | 4 CommentsIn this episode Jeff will summarize the different options that exist for treating items that you cannot launder or directly treat. -
Phantom Insecticide for Bed Bug Control
Posted on November 5, 2009 | No CommentsIn this episode Jeff will explain why Phantom insecticide may be one good option for bed bug control. -
Effectiveness of Steamers on Bed Bugs
Posted on October 2, 2009 | 4 CommentsJeff Explains how to determine if a steamer is effective on bed bugs -
Bed Bugs and Vacuums
Posted on September 25, 2009 | 3 CommentsIn this episode Jeff will explain the role a vacuum can play when attempting to removing bed bugs from your home -
Bed Bug Prevention
Posted on July 2, 2009 | 1 CommentIn this episode, Jeff discusses what bed bug prevention truly means. -
Bed Bugs in Cars
Posted on June 8, 2009 | 1 CommentIn this episode, Jeff will explain how bed bugs can infest your automobile. -
Traveling Bed Bug Free
Posted on June 4, 2009 | 1 CommentIn this episode, Jeff will explain the appropriate steps to take to try to travel bed bug free. -
Bed Bugs vs. Bat Bugs
Posted on February 25, 2009 | 4 CommentsIn this episode, Jeff will discuss the differences in treatment approaches when dealing with a bat bug infestation. Recently in some online forums, hes read that bat bug and bed... -
Bed Bug Predators
Posted on December 18, 2008 | 3 CommentsBed Bug Central TV - Episode 15: Bed Bug Predators. Jeff discusses Spiders and other insects feeding on bed bugs -
Spider Bites
Posted on December 18, 2008 | No CommentsBed Bug Central TV - Episode 14: Spider Bites. Jeff discusses spider bites, and how they are commonly mistaken for bed bug bites. -
Vacating Structures
Posted on November 17, 2008 | No CommentsBed Bug Central TV Episode 13: Vacating Structures. In this episode, Jeff White discusses the topic of Vacating Structures that are infested with bed bugs, and why it is not a good idea. -
Bed Bugs at Colleges and Universities
Posted on November 6, 2008 | No CommentsBed Bug Central TV Episode 11: Bed Bugs at Colleges and Universities. Jeff White talks about the reality of Bed Bugs at College and University campuses nationwide. -
What Do Bed Bug Bites Look Like?
Posted on October 9, 2008 | No CommentsJeff White answers the common question "What do Bed Bug Bites Look like". -
Mattress and Boxspring Encasements
Posted on October 4, 2008 | 1 CommentThis episode is no longer available. See the Updated Mattress and Box Spring Encasements Episode Here Jeff White discusses the use of Bed Bug Mattress and Box Spring Encasements in... -
What do I do if I think I have Bed Bugs?
Posted on October 3, 2008 | 2 CommentsJeff White, Research Entomologist and Bed Bug expert discusses what you should do if you suspect you have bed bugs.












