London is one of the most densely populated cities in the world, and that density creates conditions in which bed bug infestations can spread with remarkable ease. Shared walls in converted Victorian terraces, communal areas in purpose-built flats, high tenant turnover in rental properties, and the constant movement of people through hotels, hostels, and short-let accommodation all contribute to London's elevated risk of bed bug problems compared to less urbanised areas of the UK. Understanding where bed bugs come from and how they spread helps explain why professional treatment is often necessary rather than optional. Bed bugs do not jump or fly — they travel by hitchhiking on luggage, clothing, second-hand furniture, and soft furnishings. A single infested suitcase brought back from a trip abroad, or a second-hand sofa purchased online, can introduce bed bugs into an otherwise clean property. From there, the insects can spread through wall cavities and ceiling voids into neighbouring flats, making multi.
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