Bed Bug One of the more surprising facts about bed bugs is just how long they can survive without a blood meal.
The Honest Answer
Adult bed bugs can survive for several months without feeding, particularly in cooler conditions, which is why an empty property isn't automatically free of bed bugs just because no one has been bitten.
Why This Matters
- Empty rental properties can still harbour bed bugs between tenants
- Holiday homes left unused for a season can still have active bed bugs on return
- Storage of infested furniture doesn't guarantee bed bugs have died off
- A property being empty is not a reliable form of treatment
What This Means for Landlords and Holiday Home Owners
If a previous issue wasn't fully resolved, bed bugs can still be present and active even after a long gap with no occupants, making a proper inspection worthwhile before reoccupying a property.
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