Steam kills bed bugs and eggs the instant it reaches them. Technicians use dry steam, which runs very hot but carries little water, so it works into seams and cushions without soaking the fabric.
Where Steam Does the Most Good
- Mattress seams, buttons and piping.
- Couches, recliners and padded headboards.
- Trailer dinettes, camper bunks and RV mattresses.
- Pet beds, drapes and fabric items too big for a dryer.
Why We Use Commercial Steamers
Home steamers tend to lose heat at the nozzle or leave fabric wet. Professional units stay hot, and technicians move slowly along each seam. Because steam leaves no residue, they pair it with another method to catch any bugs that return.
- FindThe technician pinpoints where the bugs are.
- SteamSeams and joints are treated slowly and thoroughly.
- CoverMattresses often go into bed bug proof encasements.
- Add a methodSteam is combined with another treatment and a follow-up.
Steam in Boulevard Homes and RVs
Steam fits the tight quarters of a camper or travel trailer, where heat rigs and sprays are harder to use. It is also a smart first step for a secondhand couch or mattress before it comes inside, and for households that want no chemicals where grandchildren sleep.
How to Prepare
- Pull off all sheets, blankets and pillow covers and run them through a hot wash and dryer.
- Clear the floor around beds, bunks and seating.
- Point out delicate, vinyl or antique fabrics to the technician.
Questions About Steam Treatment
Is steam alone enough?
Only for a tiny, early problem limited to one bed. In nearly every household, the steamer is backed up by another treatment that gets into bed frames, wall gaps and adjoining rooms.
Will steam hurt the vinyl cushions in our trailer?
Most vinyl and RV fabrics tolerate dry steam, but point out anything older or delicate so the technician can test a hidden spot first.
What happens when you reach out: Bed Bug Control CA handles bed bug work from the first inspection to the final check. Our team sets up your Boulevard inspection after the first call. The written quote comes first, and treatment follows on your go-ahead.