Safe and Effective Bed Bug Heat Treatment Services in Calgary
HEAT TREATMENT PROCESS
Although there are currently several options available for getting rid of bedbugs, we recommend heat because:
Heat Treatment is Effective
Most exterminators use toxic chemicals to kill bed bugs but these chemicals are only effective at killing live bugs; they do not destroy the eggs. This often leads to re-infestation, requiring a second or even third treatment to exterminate the bedbugs completely. . Bed bug heat treatment in Calgary kills adult and juvenile bedbugs as well as bed bug eggs, preventing future infestations. Heat treatment also penetrates furniture, bedding and walls; thus killing bed bugs that are hidden deep within the cracks and crevices. In our experience, 92% of bedbug infestations are eradicated after a single treatment.
Heat Treatment is Fast
With our bed bug heat treatment in Calgary, you can get results fast. Because heat kills all stages of bed bug in a single treatment, we can take care of your bed bug issue in as little as 8 hours. Although, chemical treatments can be completed in an hour or less, follow up treatments are often required, leaving you with bedbugs for weeks longer than if you had used heat.
Heat Treatment is Convenient
Using heat treatment minimizes disturbance to your household. Heat treatment requires less preparation – there is no need to move furniture; no need to dispose of furniture and no additional treatments are necessary
Heat Treatment is Safe for your Family and your Belongings
Traditional chemical and pesticide treatments contain toxins that are not only harmful to bedbugs, but also to humans and animals. When used properly, bed bug heat treatment in Edmonton is extremely safe for you, your pets and your belongings.
extherminate™ equipment is safe and we have taken all precautions to eliminate any possible chance of a fire or damage to a structure.
Other Common Questions About Heat Treatment
What should I take with me on the day of the heat treatment?
- Take as little as possible. The more you take with you, the greater chance of bringing a bed bug with you.
- Items you should remove include:
- live plants and any pets (including fish)
- candles, crayons, lipstick, crafts held together with glue
- Vinyl items – vinyl blinds, records
- Medications (these can be placed in the fridge as well)
- Refer to our extherminate™ User Manual for full instructions
What about my TV and other electronics?
- Electronics, including TVs and computers, will not be damaged by heat treatment. We ask that you turn them off prior to treatment.
- Refer to our extherminate™ User Manual for full instructions.
Do I need to throw out my mattress?
- Toxic chemicals used by traditional methods are absorbed into your mattress and in most cases must be thrown away after treatment. Because our method does not use these chemicals, you can keep your mattress and that expensive bedding.
- Refer to our extherminate™ User Manual for full instructions.
What should I expect after a heat treatment?
- Your home and many of your belongings may still be warm. This is normal and your home and belongings will cool down shortly. Opening windows and doors can speed up this process.
- You will find dead bed bugs after the treatment. These can be easily vacuumed up. You should not find any live bed bugs in your home. If you believe that you still have live bed bugs please contact us immediately.
Questions | extherminate™ Safe Heat Kit |
Chemical Treatment |
Area to be treated | Only those rooms that have bed bugs (typically bedroom / living room) | Spot or PerimeterTreatment |
How many treatments are required? | 1 | Several (usually a minimum of 3) |
How long will the treatment take? | 24 hours per room | Approx. 1 hr. or less |
How long will I be kept out of my home? | You won’t | 4 hours to 2 days or more |
Are residual chemicals left behind? | No | Yes |
Should I be concerned for children or pets? | No | Possible reaction to chemicals |
Will I have to throw out furniture and bedding? | No | Maybe |
Pest movement after treatment | None | Pests are starting to detect the chemical and starting to move around the structure |
Preparation for treatment | Remove heat sensitive itemsNo furniture movement | Move all furniture to center of room, stand bed against wall, wash all clothing |
Clean up after treatment | Vacuum to clean up dead bugs | Vacuum and wipe residual chemical off all items |
Cost | $699 per 7 day rental | Cost less per treatment but requires multiple applications and may require some furniture to be discarded and replaced |