Heat can wipe out bed bugs in a single day. The crew sets up commercial heaters and fans and uses sensors placed deep inside mattresses, cushions and wall edges to track the temperature. Most Armona homes are livable again that evening.
Why Heat Works
Bed bugs and their eggs die when held at high heat for long enough, and they cannot build up resistance the way they do against some sprays. Our technicians keep the coolest spots in each room at about 120°F or more, flipping mattresses and shifting cushions so the heat reaches every layer.
On Treatment Day
- PrepItems that could melt or burst are removed, then heaters, fans and sensors go in place.
- WarmOver the next few hours each Armona bedroom climbs toward the target temperature.
- HoldThe crew watches readings and moves things so no corner stays cool.
- FinishHeaters shut off, readings are reviewed, and a residual product can go along baseboards if your plan includes it.
Heat Treatment in Armona Homes
Heat suits Armona families who want no pesticide on cribs and bunk beds, and landlords who need a rental ready quickly. In July and August, ask us how we plan around the afternoon heat and whether the air conditioning should be off during the job. We also check the electrical panel before the heaters go in.
Clear Out Before the Crew Arrives
- Candles, crayons, lipstick, aerosol cans, medicines, plants and pets.
- Photos, vinyl records and anything that could warp.
- Electronics or other items on the crew's list.
- Leave clothes and bedding where they are unless told otherwise.
Questions About Heat Treatment
Can my family sleep at home after the heat job?
Most of the time, yes. After the rooms cool and the crew signs off, families can usually return the same evening.
It hits 100 degrees outside in summer. Is that enough?
No. The inside of a mattress or a wall void stays far cooler than the air outside, so a professional crew still needs heaters and sensors. Never try to cook bugs with space heaters, which the EPA warns can start fires.
What happens when you reach out: Bed Bug Control CA inspects and treats homes for bed bugs in California. We schedule a licensed technician to check your Armona home. You get a written quote before any treatment.