Heat can clear a house of bed bugs in a single day. The crew sets up commercial heaters and fans and places probes in mattresses, cushions and corners so they can confirm each spot reaches a killing temperature.
Why Heat Works
Eggs, nymphs and adults all die when held at high heat long enough, and heat does not care whether bugs resist sprays. Our technicians try to hold the coolest areas of each room at about 120°F or more, flipping mattresses on edge and shifting cushions to erase cool pockets.
Treatment Day
- Set upHeat-sensitive items come out, heaters and probes go in.
- Ramp upRoom temperatures climb over a few hours.
- HoldThe crew tracks readings and moves items to fix cold spots.
- Cool and checkRooms cool, results are reviewed and a residual may go on edges.
Heating an Older Stratford Home
Census tables for 93266 show most homes were built in the 1940s, 1960s or 1970s. Older electrical panels may not carry large electric heaters, so ask whether we will use propane units or a generator for your home. On a summer job, our crew often starts early, since valley afternoons over 100°F add strain on equipment and people.
Remove Before Heating
- Aerosols, lighters, candles, medicine, houseplants and pets.
- Crayons, wax items, vinyl records and old photos.
- Electronics the crew marks as heat sensitive.
- Most clothes and bedding stay put unless you are told otherwise.
Questions About Heat Treatment
Will the family be able to sleep at home that night?
Usually. After the rooms cool and the crew reviews its probe readings, most households move back in the same evening.
Our house gets over 100 degrees inside in July. Does that kill them?
No. A hot room is still far below what it takes to kill bugs inside a mattress or wall gap for a sustained time. The EPA also warns against trying to cook a home with household heaters.
About your request: Bed Bug Control CA is a licensed California bed bug service. Our team sets a visit time with you in Stratford. You get a written quote before any treatment.