Dry steam kills any bed bug or egg it reaches. The tip runs very hot but puts out little water, so our technician can work it into mattress seams, recliner folds and couch piping without soaking the fabric.
Where Steam Works Best
- Mattress seams, tufts and corners.
- Recliners, lift chairs and sofa beds.
- Upholstered headboards and fabric dining chairs.
- Pet beds, drapes, car seats and stuffed toys.
Why Our Equipment Matters
Home steamers cool off at the nozzle or leave fabric wet. Our professional steamers stay hot at the tip, and each seam gets a slow, steady pass. We always add a second method, since steam leaves nothing behind once the job is over.
- FindWe locate where the bugs are resting.
- SteamSeams, folds and joints get slow, overlapping passes.
- EncaseMattresses and box springs often go into sealed covers.
- Back upWe add a second method and check again later.
Steam in Duarte Homes
Steam is our go-to for the soft furniture a patient or older relative uses all day, since it treats fabric without leaving product on it. It also covers the car seats after long drives to and from appointments, and fine upholstery in larger Bradbury homes that should not be soaked.
Steam Prep
- Strip the bedding and run it through a hot wash and a high-heat dryer cycle.
- Clear the floor around beds, recliners and couches.
- Tell your technician about silk, velvet, leather or antique pieces.
Steam Treatment Questions
Can you steam a lift chair or a recliner used during recovery?
Yes. We steam the seams, folds and the gap where the back meets the seat, which is where bugs hide in a recliner. We keep away from motors and wiring and pair steam with another method for the frame underneath.
Does steam work alone?
Rarely. It kills only what it touches and leaves no protection, so we combine it with heat or a chemical plan for frames, walls and the rest of the room.
About your request: Bed Bug Control CA is a licensed California bed bug service. Our team sets a visit time with you in Duarte. You get a written quote before any treatment.