If you have become infested with bed bugs a bed bug mattress cover may help in your battle against these horrid little insects. No longer do bed bugs only live in dirty unkempt houses. They are becoming an epidemic in the United States in recent years. It is estimated one in twenty homes now has a bed bug problem.

If you have discovered that your house is in fact infested with bed bugs the first area that you need to address is the mattress. If you have recently purchased a new mattress and there are no rips or tears in it you may be able to get away with the purchase of a bed bugs mattress cover. If your bed is old and you can afford it may be the best option to purchase of a new bed and box spring. When considering the purchase of a bed cover there are few things to look for.

Be sure to measure the area of the bed also including the box spring as that as well should be covered either together or separately. A vinyl bed bug mattress cover is the best not only will it keep the bugs out it is also moisture resilient. Be sure that you buy a deep enough pad also. The cover will also keep dust mites and other allergens out for those who sufferer with allergies.

One last thing people tend to forget about pillows these also need to covered to keep bed bugs and other allergens at bay. Covers and pads can be purchased at most brick and mortar stores and also conveniently on line.