Bed Bugs

[Happyme5]

Hi all,  I just want to ask you all to be vigilant when buying any items.  I recently went to buy an item.  I won't say exactly what it was because I do not want to embarrass the seller.  Anyway as I was carrying it to our car I noticed a red Beatle thing on it.  As we looked at the item it was covered in orange red bugs.  Hiding in corners and eggs etc.  It was a very unpleasant experience and has put me off anything ATM.  I obviously returned the item and got my cash back.  But it was awful and  scary as I could have ended up with a infestation.  later I googled bed bugs and this confirmed what we thought they were.   So please look carefully at any item you purchase and do your research.

[KidKruger]

Was it actually a bed, or something less obvious ?

Either way sounds gross!

[Alec1]

3 hours ago, KidKruger said:

Was it actually a bed, or something less obvious ?

Either way sounds gross!

https://www.rentokil.com/sg/blog/my-pest-control-quick-tips/my-home-tips/where-do-bed-bugs-lay-eggs

[Happyme5]

It was a piece of furniture from a bedroom.   But not a bed.  

[sweetgirl]

So I’m guessing it was from a private seller & not a shop?

 

[Happyme5]

Yes it was a private seller.  I don't think it was intentional though.

[sweetgirl]

This is one of the reasons why I have been in two minds about buying from private sellers!

im sure it’s not intentional but it’s one of those things, once in, it’ll be a nightmare to get out!

these little critters multiply like nobody’s business!

[Happyme5]

Yeah it wasn't a nice experience. And I am really glad that the infestation was obvious  Or else I would have been horrified. And well out of pocket. As it would have cost a lot of money to get rid of the things. Let alone the anxiety it would have caused me.  I was very upset that evening and washed all my clothing and trainers on a long very hot wash to ensure that I didn't transfer anything to my house.  But I think most sellers would be more careful.  I hope.