Steam kills bed bugs and their eggs the instant it reaches them. Technicians use dry steam, which runs very hot but carries little moisture, so it can get into seams and cushions without soaking them.
Best Places for Steam
- Mattress seams, piping and tufts.
- Couches, armchairs and upholstered headboards.
- Car seats and child car seats.
- Camper and trailer cushions, dog beds and curtains too large for the dryer.
Why a Professional Steamer Matters
Home steamers often cool off at the tip or push out too much water. Professionals run commercial units, move slowly along every seam and combine steam with another method, since steam leaves nothing behind to stop bugs that show up later.
- FindThe technician pinpoints where the bugs are hiding.
- SteamSeams and joints are treated slowly and thoroughly.
- EncaseMattresses often go into bed bug proof covers.
- PairSteam is combined with another method and a follow-up visit.
Steam in Bonita Homes
In Bonita, steam is handy for a secondhand sofa before it comes inside, for guest beds after visitors leave and for the cushions in a camper back from a trip to Sweetwater Summit or farther away. Parents who want no chemicals on beds often choose it as one part of a larger plan.
Getting the Room Ready
- Pull all bedding off, then launder and dry it on the hottest setting.
- Clear the floor around beds and seating.
- Point out any delicate or antique fabrics to the technician.
Questions About Steam Treatment
Is steam enough by itself?
Only for a tiny, early case on a single bed. In most houses it has to be combined with a treatment that reaches bed frames, wall gaps and the rest of the home.
Can steam be used on camper or RV cushions?
Often, yes. Most fabric cushions handle dry steam well. Point out any vinyl, leather or delicate fabric so the technician can test a hidden spot first.
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