Thermal Remediation

How It Works. During the process of a heat treatment our company brings in specially designed equipment that will raise the temperature of a residence to one hot enough to kill bed bugs. A bed bug can survive in temperatures up to 122°F, so during a heat treatment a home or apartment is brought to a temperature between 124°F and 140°F.  Our specialized bed bug team will place wireless temperature sensors throughout the residence to ensure the unit is reaching, and maintaining, a temperature hot enough to kill bed bugs. A heat treatment typically takes between six and eight hours, depending on the condition of the area being treated. During that time our trained professionals are dedicated completely to the treatment, returning to the unit every 15-20 minutes to move fans to circulate heat and ensure the entire home and its contents are being properly heated. Once the heat treatment is complete, you will receive a detailed report of the entire treatment process, which we record through our wireless sensors. We recommend a final chemical treatment of the residence for the most effective and longest-lasting results. Within 48 hours of the heat treatment, we also recommend a K-9 (canine) inspection to guarantee our services.