Heat can finish a bed bug job in a single day, which suits Dobbins when the crew is coming from the valley. The technicians bring commercial heaters, fans and remote sensors, placing probes deep in mattresses, cushions and along the base of walls.
Why Heat Works
Bed bugs and eggs die when held hot enough for long enough, and they have never developed resistance to heat. Our crew generally aims to hold the coolest spot in each room at about 120°F or more, flipping mattresses and moving cushions so heat reaches all the layers.
Heat Day Step by Step
- PrepHeat-sensitive items come out, and the equipment goes in.
- Ramp upRoom temperature climbs to the target over several hours.
- HoldSensors are monitored and items are moved until no cold pocket remains.
- Wrap upAfter cooling, the crew reviews results and may add a residual at edges.
Heat Jobs in the Foothills
Commercial heaters pull serious power, and some rural Dobbins homes have modest electrical panels. Ask whether our crew will run a generator or needs a specific hookup. Dobbins summers are hot, with a record high of 111°F, which can shorten warm-up, while a cold winter morning slows it down.
Take These Out First
- Propane cylinders, aerosol cans, ammunition, candles, lighters, medications, houseplants and pets.
- Vinyl records, photo albums, crayons and anything else that could melt.
- Electronics or instruments the crew flags.
- Leave clothing and bedding in the room unless the crew says otherwise.
Questions About Heat Treatment
Can we sleep at home the night of a heat job?
Usually. After the rooms cool and the crew reviews its temperature readings, most families are back in their beds that evening.
Could I just park the trailer in the sun on a 100 degree day?
That is not a reliable fix. Sun heats some surfaces far more than others, and bugs move to cooler spots. A pro uses heaters, fans and probes to bring every area to the target.
How it works: Bed Bug Control CA inspects and treats homes for bed bugs in California. We book an inspection at your Dobbins home at a time that suits you. Nothing is treated until you approve the price in writing.