Heat can clear bed bugs from a Highland house in one day. Our technicians set up commercial heaters and fans, put wireless sensors into mattresses, couch cushions and wall edges, and watch the readings until every spot is hot enough. Most families sleep at home again that night.
Why Heat Works on Every Stage
Adults, nymphs and eggs all die when heated, and bed bugs cannot build resistance to it. We aim for about 120°F or more at the coolest point in each room and hold it long enough to kill eggs, turning mattresses and cushions so no cool pocket is left.
Treatment Day
- PrepWhile you carry out anything that could melt or warp, we set heaters, fans and probes in place.
- Heat upThe rooms climb to the target over a few hours.
- HoldSensor readings guide us as we shift cushions and furniture to remove cool pockets.
- Cool downThe heaters go off, the house cools and we review the temperature log with you.
Heat in Highland Houses
Single story 1960s and 1970s houses in West Highland heat evenly because every room sits on one level. Two story homes in East Highlands Ranch need extra sensors upstairs and more fans to push warm air into lofts and stairwells. Some older houses also have smaller electrical panels, so we confirm the power plan ahead of time.
Take These Out First
- Medicines, aerosol cans, cosmetics, plants and pets.
- Electronics, guitars, vinyl records and other items we flag as heat sensitive.
- Crayons, lipstick and anything else that can melt.
- Open dresser drawers and closet doors so warm air can circulate.
Heat Treatment Questions
Our summer days hit 100 degrees. Can we just open the windows and let it get hot?
No. Even on the hottest Highland afternoon a house with the windows open stays far below the heat needed, and bugs move into cooler spots. Our heaters raise every room to the target and sensors confirm it.
Can you heat just the upstairs of our house?
Sometimes, if the inspection shows bugs only upstairs. We often add a product along stairs and lower rooms in case a few bugs move down to escape the heat.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA is a licensed California bed bug service. Our team sets up your Highland inspection after the first call. Nothing is treated until you approve the price in writing.