Heat can wipe out bed bugs in a single working day. A crew brings commercial heaters and fans, then tucks wireless sensors into mattresses, cushions and the bottoms of walls to watch temperatures. Most Corcoran families sleep in their own beds again that night.
Why Every Life Stage Dies
Eggs, nymphs and adults all die when held hot enough for long enough, and bed bugs have not developed any resistance to heat. Our technicians typically keep the coolest spot in each room at about 120°F or more for a set time, flipping mattresses and shifting cushions so no cool pocket is left.
The Heat Day
- Set upYou remove heat-sensitive items while the crew places heaters, fans and sensors.
- Heat upRoom temperatures rise gradually over several hours.
- HoldThe crew watches each sensor and moves items so heat reaches every hiding place.
- Cool downRooms cool, results are checked and a residual product may be applied along the edges.
Heat in Corcoran Homes
Most homes in ZIP 93212 were built in the 1980s and 1990s, with a mix of slab ranch houses and small apartment buildings. Our crew often confirms the electrical panel can handle the load or brings a generator. In July and August we may start early in the morning to work with the Valley heat, not against it.
Remove These Before Heat Day
- Pets, plants, candles, crayons, makeup, aerosol cans and medicine.
- Ammunition, some electronics and anything on the crew's written list.
- Leave clothes and bedding in place unless told to bag them.
- Open drawers and closet doors so hot air can flow through.
Heat Treatment Questions
Our summers already top 100 degrees. Does that make heat easier?
It can help the rooms warm up, but outdoor weather is not enough on its own. The crew still uses heaters, fans and sensors to bring every hiding spot to the target and hold it there.
Can we stay home while the heat is running?
No. Plan to be out with your pets for the day. Most families come back that evening once the rooms cool.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA provides bed bug inspection and treatment across California. Our team sets up your Corcoran inspection after the first call. The written quote comes first, and treatment follows on your go-ahead.