A heat treatment can clear bed bugs from a house in one day. The crew brings commercial heaters and fans, then sets temperature probes inside mattresses, cushions and corners to prove every part of each room got hot enough.
Why Heat Works
All bed bug life stages die when held at high heat long enough, eggs included, and heat sidesteps the resistance that limits some sprays. The goal is to keep even the coolest spots in the room at about 120°F or more while the crew flips mattresses and moves cushions to get rid of cool pockets.
How the Day Goes
- PrepHeat-sensitive items are removed, then heaters, fans and probes are placed.
- Ramp upAir and surface temperatures rise over a few hours.
- HoldProbe readings are tracked while cushions and mattresses get moved to kill off cool zones.
- Cool downRooms return to normal, logs are checked and a residual may be added.
Heating an Older Meridian House
More homes in 95957 date from the 1940s and 1950s than any other period. Wiring of that age may not handle electric heaters, so ask if our crew will bring a generator or propane equipment. Tell us about any trailer or worker cabin early so it can be treated the same visit.
Take These Out First
- Spray cans, lighters, candles, medications, plants and pets.
- Vinyl records, photo albums, crayons and other items that melt or warp.
- Electronics the crew marks as heat sensitive.
- Most clothing and bedding can stay unless the crew says otherwise.
Questions About Heat Treatment
Is the family back in the house by bedtime?
Usually. Once the rooms cool down and the crew reviews its temperature readings, most families are back in their beds that night.
Would a 105 degree day in Sutter County do the same thing?
No. Summer heat outside does not push the inside of a closed house, a mattress core or a wall void to lethal levels for long enough. The EPA also cautions that home heaters cannot do this safely or evenly.
About your request: Bed Bug Control CA handles bed bug work from the first inspection to the final check. We schedule a licensed technician to check your Meridian home. We quote in writing, then treat once you say yes.