Steam kills bed bugs and eggs on contact. Technicians use dry steam, which runs extremely hot but carries very little water, so it penetrates seams and cushions without leaving fabric soaked.
Best Places for Steam
- Mattress seams, buttons and edge piping.
- Sofas, futons and upholstered headboards.
- Pickup seats and children's car seats.
- Pet beds, curtains and bulky fabric that will not fit in a dryer.
Why Professional Equipment Matters
Household steamers often cool off at the nozzle or leave cushions damp. Professionals use commercial units, move slowly along every seam and combine steam with another method, since steam offers no lasting protection once it dries.
- FindThe technician pinpoints where the bugs are hiding.
- TreatSeams and joints get slow, even passes of steam.
- CoverMattresses often go into bed bug proof encasements.
- Follow upSteam is paired with a second method and a recheck.
Steam in Biola Homes
Where Biola children share bunk beds or sleep on futons and floor mattresses, steam lets the technician treat each one without leaving pesticide on the fabric. If bugs turn up in the house after a trip, ask about steaming the truck or car seats as well.
How to Prepare
- Take off all bedding and wash and dry it hot.
- Clear the floor around beds, bunks and sofas.
- Point out any fragile fabrics to the technician.
Steam Treatment Questions
Is steam enough to end the problem by itself?
Only in a tiny, early case limited to one bed. In most Biola homes, steam is paired with another method that reaches bed frames, walls and other rooms.
Will steam hurt my couch or mattress?
Professional dry steam is safe for most upholstery. Point out anything made of leather, silk or with sentimental value, and the technician will test a hidden spot first.
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