Can Bed Bugs Travel Through Vents?
WouterWhile bedbugs are not able to fly, they are small enough to crawl through walls and vents. Their ability to travel through vents and electrical outlets means that they can be spread through your home or office. They can even hitchhike to a neighboring building through your air vents.
One way to treat a possible infestation is to seal cracks and crevices in your apartment. These include cracks around water and steam pipes, and air vents. I know a resident of a building who used clear packing tape to cover the vents. He was shocked when he discovered that there were live bed bugs hiding in the tape.
Because bedbugs cannot jump or fly, they must hide in crevices and cracks. Once they have found a dark area, they will crawl out to feed. You may not even notice them if you do not notice their presence. You may not have an infestation of bed bugs right away, but you should treat your apartment for them to prevent an infestation.
The HVAC system in your home is a great way to maintain a comfortable indoor environment, but it’s also a good way for bedbugs to spread. Air vents are one of their favorite routes, and they can be used to check out different rooms. Because of this, you should always check the air vents and ducts for leaks or tears. These problem areas are the perfect habitat for a variety of bugs.
