Steam kills bed bugs and eggs on contact. Technicians use dry steam, which runs extremely hot but carries very little water, so it reaches into mattress seams and cushion welting without soaking the fabric.
Where Steam Works Best
- Mattress seams, tufts and edge welting.
- Sofas, sectionals and padded headboards.
- Car seats and child car seats.
- Pet beds, curtains and fabric that cannot go in a dryer.
Why Hire a Professional
Home steamers cool off at the tip or spray too much water. Professionals use commercial machines, move slowly along every seam and pair steam with a second method, because steam leaves nothing behind to stop new bugs.
- FindThe technician locates where the bugs are hiding.
- SteamSeams, joints and folds get slow, overlapping passes.
- EncaseMattresses and box springs often go into covers.
- CombineSteam is paired with another treatment and a follow-up.
Steam in Clovis Homes
Steam appeals to Clovis parents who want nothing sprayed on a crib mattress, to renters bringing home a used sofa, and to anyone whose car seats may have picked up bugs. Since Clovis families spend a lot of time driving to school, sports and the mountains, steaming vehicle upholstery is a common add-on to a home treatment.
How to Prepare
- Pull all sheets and blankets and send them through hot laundry cycles.
- Pick up shoes, toys and bags from the floor near beds and sofas.
- Tell the technician which fabrics are delicate or valuable.
Questions About Steam Treatment
Is steam enough by itself?
Seldom. Steam kills only what it touches, so it is usually combined with a method that also treats walls, frames and nearby rooms.
Will steam hurt my sectional or leather chair?
Most fabric upholstery handles dry steam well. Mention leather, silk or antique pieces, and the technician will test a hidden area first.
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