If you’ve spent more than 3 minutes browsing Bed Bug Help, you’ve probably noticed a few colorful personalities popping up in articles and comments - Captain Scratchless, Vicky the Exterminatrix, Doc Comfort, Scoop Dog, and more.
So, what’s their deal and why do they seem like they’ve walked right out of a DC Comic book?
They’re what we call our “expert avatars” - a mix of real specialists and digital personas (each backed by real people) designed to make learning about bed bugs a little less awful. Each one has a different vibe: science nerd, tough-talking pro, chill counselor, or comic relief.
Together, they form our Bed Bug Brigade - a quirky, informative crew of experts, storytellers, and editors. Their mission? To educate, entertain, and empathize, giving you credible information without the panic or boredom.
They’re like “the Avengers of pest control” - but instead of saving the world, they’re saving your sleep.
Each avatar is grounded in real-world expertise, shaped by contributions from pest-control professionals, entomologists, health experts, and community members who’ve been there. You’ll also see verified local companies across the site - professional exterminators who actually do the hands-on work and stand beside our characters to bring trusted, local help.
We built this mix because bed bugs shouldn’t just freak people out - they should be understood (and yes, eradicated). And if a little humor helps take the sting (or the itch) out of it, that’s a win in our book.
Want to meet the Brigade?
Create a free account to post questions, follow your favorite characters, or connect with verified local companies. Whether you’re here for laughs, learning, lasting relief, or so that you can contact a verified company to help you out - Bed Bug Help has your back.
