Dry steam kills any bed bug or egg it touches, right where it sits. It leaves the nozzle very hot and carries little water, so our technician can work it into mattress seams and cushion piping without soaking anything.
Where Steam Does Its Best Work
- Mattress seams, tufts and borders.
- Sofas, padded headboards and desk chairs.
- Car seats and child safety seats.
- Pet beds, curtains and items too bulky for a dryer.
Why We Use Commercial Units
Household steamers cool off before they reach the fabric or leave it too wet. Our commercial machines hold their heat, we pass slowly over every seam, and we always pair steam with a second method, since steam stops working the moment it cools.
- FindWe locate where the bugs are hiding.
- SteamSeams, joints and folds get slow, overlapping passes.
- CoverMattresses and box springs often go into sealed encasements.
- Follow upA second method backs up the steam, and a return trip catches stragglers.
Steam in Hayward Homes
Steam suits parents who want nothing applied near a crib, Cal State East Bay and Chabot students who picked up a used futon or desk chair, and anyone who carried home a free couch from the curb. It also helps commuters who drive I-880 or the San Mateo Bridge every day and want their car seats treated.
Getting Ready
- Strip every bed and run the linens through a hot wash and a hot dryer.
- Clear floor space around beds and seating.
- Point out any delicate, leather or antique pieces.
Steam Treatment Questions
Is steam enough by itself?
Rarely. Steam only kills what the nozzle reaches, so we pair it with another method that covers bed frames, walls and nearby rooms.
Can you steam a microfiber sectional and a leather recliner?
Many fabrics handle dry steam well, but show us leather, velvet or antique pieces first so we can test a hidden spot or pick another method.
When you contact us: Bed Bug Control CA runs its own bed bug inspections and treatments. Our team sets a visit time with you in Hayward. You get a written quote before any treatment.