When you book a professional heat treatment, the goal is to raise the temperature of your property to between 50°C and 60°C. This sustained heat penetrates every crack and crevice, reaching the hidden areas where chemical sprays often fail. Proper preparation is the most important factor in ensuring the service is a total success.
The Importance of Airflow and Access
For the heat to be effective, it must circulate freely throughout your living spaces. Our technicians use high-powered fans to move the warm air into corners, behind wardrobes, and under floorboards. To facilitate this, we recommend moving furniture slightly away from walls and ensuring that floors are clear of clutter and loose items.
Protecting Sensitive Items
While heat treatment is a safe and chemical-free process, certain household items are sensitive to sustained high temperatures. Before our team arrives, you will need to identify and secure specific belongings to prevent any accidental damage during the process.
- Remove aerosol cans, lighters, and pressurised containers from the treatment zone.
- Store sensitive electronics, such as flat-screen televisions or laptops, according to our specific guidelines.
- Take out candles, wax-based art, and any oil paintings that could be affected by heat.
- Ensure all pets and house plants are removed from the property for the duration of the visit.
- Leave clothing in place or loosely packed in wardrobes to allow hot air to penetrate the fabric.
The Single-Visit Advantage
One of the primary benefits of heat treatment is that it offers a complete, one-day solution to infestations that might otherwise require multiple chemical applications. By following our preparation checklist, you ensure that the heat reaches the thermal death point for bed bugs at every stage of their life cycle, including eggs, in just one visit.
Reliable Pest Control Across the South
Extreme Heat Force UK provides professional, chemical-free eradication services for homeowners and landlords throughout the region. Whether you are managing a property in London, require urgent assistance in Southend-on-Sea, or need a discreet solution in Watford, our expert team is ready to help you reclaim your home.