Bed bugs and eggs die on the spot when hot steam hits them. Professionals use dry steam, which runs very hot with little water, so it works into seams and cushions without leaving fabric soaked.
Where Steam Works Well
- Mattress seams, tufts and edges, including bunk and crib mattresses.
- Sofas and recliners that double as beds at night.
- Car and truck seats, plus child safety seats.
- Pet beds, curtains and fabric items too big for the dryer.
Why Pros Use Commercial Steamers
Household steamers tend to lose heat at the nozzle or leave fabric damp. A technician uses a commercial machine, moves slowly along every seam and pairs steam with a second method, since steam works on contact only and leaves nothing behind for bugs that arrive later.
- LocateThe technician finds where the bugs are hiding.
- TreatSeams, tufts and joints are steamed slowly.
- EncaseMattresses often go into bed bug proof covers.
- CombineSteam is paired with another method and a follow-up visit.
Steam in San Joaquin Homes
With children in about 6 of every 10 households in 93660, parents often choose steam for kids' mattresses and couches where they would rather avoid chemicals. It also helps with the pickups and vans people drive to work in the fields, since bench seats are hard to treat any other way.
Before the Steam Visit
- Strip all beds and wash and dry the bedding on high heat.
- Clear the floor around beds, bunks and couches.
- Let the technician know about leather or delicate fabrics.
Steam Treatment Questions
Can steam alone clear our whole house?
Only for a tiny, early case on a single mattress. Most homes also need a method that reaches bed frames, wall gaps and the rest of the rooms.
Will steam damage a sofa or a truck seat?
Most fabrics hold up well to professional dry steam. Show the technician any leather or thin fabric so a hidden patch can be tested first.
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