06/05/2026
🚫 🛠️ What Does a Heat Treatment for Bed Bugs Look Like? 🛠️ 🚫
Ever wonder what actually happens during a professional bed bug heat treatment? We captured some behind-the-scenes content from yesterday's job! Here is a quick look at the step-by-step process we use to get our clients a peaceful night's sleep again:
Step 1: Client Prep 📋 Before we even arrive, the homeowner does some heavy lifting by prepping the space—removing any aerosol products and candles, and stripping and washing linens on high heat.
Step 2: Thorough Inspection 🔍 Once on-site, we do a deep-dive inspection to locate all the primary hiding spots and map out our equipment setup. Once everything is set up, the generator is turned on, and everything is plugged in.
Step 3: Bringing the Heat 🔥 We bring in specialized heaters to raise the room temperature into the lethal "kill zone" of 120°F–135°F, which eliminates bed bugs and their eggs naturally. Raising the temperature slowly attracts the bugs to come out slowly, and they are killed once the room hits the kill zone.
Step 4: Flipping & Rotating 🔄 To ensure there are no cold spots, we actively move through the space—flipping mattresses and removing couch cushions so the heat penetrates every single crevice. This is also when the fans are set up in the rooms to ensure the hot air is moved to every crack.
Step 5: The Protective Barrier 🛡️ After the heat has done its job for about 2 hours, we apply a quick, professional application of Aprehend®. This provides a long-lasting barrier to ensure any stragglers are completely taken care of.