Dry steam kills any bed bug or egg it reaches. The tip runs very hot but gives off little water, so our technician can work it along mattress seams, recliner folds and cushion piping without soaking the fabric.
Where Steam Works Best
- Mattress seams, tufts and corners, including hospital bed mattresses and overlays.
- Recliners, lift chairs and couch cushions.
- Wheelchair seats, slings and walker pouches.
- Pet beds, curtains, car seats and soft toys.
Why Our Steamers Do More
Home steamers lose heat at the nozzle or leave fabric damp. Our commercial units hold their temperature, and our technicians move slowly along each seam. We always add a second method, since steam gives no protection once the job ends.
- LocateWe find 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 recheck later.
Steam in Loma Linda Homes
Steam is our main tool for the things a person rests on all day, such as a recliner by the window or the padding of a hospital bed, where heavy product is not a good idea. It also helps student apartments with futons and secondhand couches, and car seats can be steamed on the same visit as the home.
Steam Prep
- Strip all bedding and run it through a hot wash and a high heat dryer cycle.
- Clear the floor around beds, recliners and couches.
- Point out leather, velvet or delicate fabric and any powered equipment to your technician.
Steam Treatment Questions
Can you steam a lift chair or a wheelchair cushion?
Yes. Dry steam puts out little moisture, so it suits padded seats, slings and recliner seams. We keep the tip away from motors and wiring, test a hidden spot first and let everything dry before it is used again.
Is steam enough on its own?
Seldom. Steam has no lasting effect and only works where the tip passes, so frames, walls and the rest of the room get heat or a chemical plan as well.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA runs its own bed bug inspections and treatments. Our team sets a visit time with you in Loma Linda. Nothing is treated until you approve the price in writing.