Steam kills bed bugs and eggs the instant it reaches them. Technicians use dry steam, which runs extremely hot but carries very little moisture, so it can reach deep into seams and tufting without leaving fabric soaked.
Best Places for Steam
- Mattress seams, tufts and piping.
- Sofas, upholstered chairs and fabric headboards.
- Car seats and booster seats.
- Pet beds, curtains and fabrics too bulky or delicate for a dryer.
Why a Pro Machine Matters
Consumer steamers tend to cool off at the tip or push out too much water. Professionals use commercial units, move slowly along each seam and combine steam with another treatment, since steam leaves no residue to stop bugs that return.
- FindThe technician locates where the bugs are.
- SteamSeams and joints are treated slowly and closely.
- CoverMattresses often go into bed bug proof encasements.
- PairSteam is combined with another method and a follow-up.
Steam in Alamo Homes
Steam works well on guest beds and daybeds in a pool house or cottage, and on fine upholstered pieces that should not go through heat treatment. It is also a sensible check for an antique chair or settee bought at an estate sale before it joins the rest of the furniture.
Getting Ready
- Strip beds and wash and dry everything on high heat.
- Clear the floor around beds and seating.
- Point out any delicate or valuable fabrics.
Questions About Steam Treatment
Is steam enough to finish the job?
Only when the case is tiny and confined to one bed. Usually steam handles the fabric while a second method covers frames, trim and adjoining rooms.
Will steam harm fine upholstery?
Most fabrics tolerate professional dry steam. Point out silk, velvet, leather or heirloom pieces, and the technician will test a hidden spot first.
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