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| − | + | Bed bugs may be resilient, but one thing they cannot withstand is the high heat of a steamer. Steamers are an excellent, chemical-free way to treat for bed bugs and other pests such as dust mites. Reaching upwards of 250ºF or 121ºC, steamers will kill any bed bug or bed bug eggs on contact, and thoroughly clean the infested area. When treating an area for bed bugs, there are a few guidelines to follow to ensure that all bed bugs are eradicated in a safe manner. | |
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# After steaming, keep an eye out for any signs of bed bugs in the next few days. If signs of bed bugs appear, re-treat the area with steam. It is always recommended to follow up a steam treatment with an EPA-approved bed bug spray. | # After steaming, keep an eye out for any signs of bed bugs in the next few days. If signs of bed bugs appear, re-treat the area with steam. It is always recommended to follow up a steam treatment with an EPA-approved bed bug spray. | ||
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== Things You'll Need == | == Things You'll Need == | ||
