It's me again.... after much begging, finally managed to get the landlady to bring in a K-9 inspection about a month ago. Inspection confirmed bed bugs in my room and the guest room adjacent to mine (which is potentially from whence they are originating). Roommate on the other side just now reported having found a bedbug in his room, as well.
I find exactly 3 bites on me every two weeks. I am fastidious about my routine in trying to keep track of and fight these bugs, but this is going on 7 months of living this way. I am the only person in the house who is currently affected adversely (out of 8 tenants), therefore I am the only one making any efforts to control the problem. I am exhausted. My landlady does not have the money for pest control. I would withhold rent, but cannot afford to get kicked out or go to court over this. I can't find any resources for landlords who are unable to afford pest control in Massachusetts. She will not make the effort until pressed, or possibly threatened with legal action. But like I said, that is beyond the realm of possibility, for me. What are my options, please?
I'm not sure which category best suits this query, so moderators please feel free to move this thread if necessary.
Any experience or insight would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.