Steam kills bed bugs and eggs the instant it reaches them. Technicians use dry steam that is extremely hot but low in water, so it works deep into seams and cushions without soaking them.
Best Uses for Steam
- Mattress seams, tufts and piping.
- Sofas, daybeds and upholstered headboards.
- Car seats and kids' car seats.
- Sleeping bags, pet beds, curtains and items that cannot go in a dryer.
Why a Professional Unit
Household steamers tend to lose heat at the nozzle or spit out too much water. Professionals run commercial units, move slowly along each seam and combine steam with another method, because steam gives no lasting protection on its own.
- FindThe technician locates where bugs are hiding.
- SteamSeams and joints are treated slowly and thoroughly.
- EncaseMattresses often go into bed bug encasements.
- PairSteam is combined with another method and a follow-up visit.
Steam in Cardiff Homes and Rentals
Rental hosts like steam for mattresses and couches between guests because it adds no chemicals. It is also a good step for camping gear, sleeping bags and secondhand furniture before they come indoors.
How to Prepare
- Take off the bedding and run it through a hot wash and dryer.
- Clear the floor space around beds and couches.
- Let the technician know about any delicate fabrics.
Questions About Steam Treatment
Is steam enough by itself?
Only when the problem is tiny and limited to one bed. In most homes, steam is paired with a method that reaches walls, frames and the other rooms.
Will steam harm fabric?
Professional dry steam is gentle on most fabrics. Flag leather, silk or antique pieces so the technician can test a hidden spot first.
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