Look for live bugs in mattress seams, box springs, bed frames, and headboards
Check for small rusty or dark spots on sheets, mattresses, and nearby furniture
Inspect for tiny pale eggs and shed skins in cracks and crevices
Notice clusters of itchy red bites, often on exposed skin after sleeping
Search for a sweet, musty odor in heavily infested areas
Examine seams, tufts, and labels on mattresses and upholstered furniture
Check behind baseboards, picture frames, outlet plates, and loose wallpaper
Look for blood stains on bedding or pajamas
Use a flashlight to inspect dark hiding places closely
Pay attention to signs after travel, used furniture, or overnight guests