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Our founder at Hot Bugz was one of the first to conduct heat exterminations, for the purpose of killing bed bugs, anywhere in the world. That’s a huge statement but its true. The knowledge and experience that comes from 16 years of doing heat exterminations should make Hot Bugz your top choice for killing your bed bugs.. The knowledge of how bed bugs behave, and where and when to apply the heat are key to the success of any heat extermination.

Hot Bugz strives to help you figure out how you got bed bugs so they don’t get reintroduced. We will skillfully put the puzzle together and execute our heat extermination process that best fits your situation. If you want the job done right, call the experts at Hot Bugz. Our process is 100% effective, chemical-free and you get to save your stuff!

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Heat Extermination, also known as thermal extermination, has gained popularity as the most effective method for eliminating bed bugs.

If there is nowhere to run and nowhere to hide, the bed bugs have no choice but to die. Here are a few advantages that make it the preferred choice for bed bug control.

1. Comprehensive Coverage

Heat extermination is highly effective because it covers every nook and cranny of the infested area. Heat waves penetrate deep into mattresses, furniture, walls, and other hiding spots where bed bugs may reside. Unlike chemical treatments that may miss certain areas or require multiple applications because the bed bug has already mutated, heat penetrates the entire space, ensuring no bed bug can escape.

2. Bed Bug Thermal Death Point

Every living thing on this earth has a thermal death point. Bed bugs exposed to temperatures above 120°F (49°C), will die instantly. A Hot Bugz heat extermination/treatment typically ranges from 135°F to 140°F. We do have the ability to go higher if the job requires it. At these temperatures all life stages of bed bugs, including eggs, nymphs, and adults will die. Killing bed bugs with heat is the best!

3. Heat Works Quickly

Once the Thermal Death Point is reached its instant kill for the bed bugs and their eggs. Unlike chemical treatments that may take 3 treatments or more to exterminate the bed bugs, heat treatments achieve rapid results. Bed bugs exposed to these lethal temperatures for a specific duration die quickly, typically less than 30 seconds.

4. No Chemicals

One of the most significant advantages of heat extermination is its chemical-free nature. Many other bed bug control methods rely on insecticides and pesticides. Chemical failure rates are very high and a minimum of three treatments over a 30 day period are required. Not to mention that chemicals can pose health risks to humans and pets. Heat, on the other hand, is an environmentally friendly and safe approach, making it the ideal choice for those concerned about the use of chemicals in their living spaces.

5. Resistant Bed Bugs

Chemically resistant bed bugs are more common today than they have ever been. In the last 5 to 10 years bed bugs and their offspring have mutated at a rapid rate which makes them harder to kill. Chemicals are a poor choice because if you already have chemically resistant bed bugs, you are set up to fail before you even start. Heat treatments, however, remain the best option because bed bugs have not developed a resistance to extreme temperatures.

6. Saving your furniture

Another key benefit of heat treatment is that it won’t damage your belongings. Unlike chemical treatments that may require you to discard or replace infested items, heat allows you to salvage your possessions. Furniture, bedding, and personal items can often be treated without causing harm, reducing the overall cost of bed bug eradication.

Heat extermination is safe for you, your family, and your pets.

It is the #1 way to kill all life stages of bed bugs and their eggs. It’s 100% effective and chemical-free. Pesticides have become ineffective as bed bugs have developed resistance, and pesticides don’t work without direct contact with bed bugs. Compare this to heat: Bed bugs cannot become resistant to it, and heat waves get everywhere.

  • Because experience counts when it comes to killing bed bugs. We have been doing it longer than all the others! Check us out?
  • The Hot Bugz heat extermination process and knowledge has been proven over 16 years and our references speak for themselves.
  • Hot Bugz has a code of ethics. We never do a treatment without showing you live bed bugs.
  • We understand what it means to have bed bugs and so we are discreet.
  • Our Guarantee is the best in the business. If it takes any longer to get rid of them, we are not very good at what we do.
  • Hot Bugz heat extermination is the most cost-effective because we keep our price as low as possible and have a Payment Plan.
  • Hot Bugz will have you back in your home the same day.
  • Hot Bugz will educate you as to how this happened, so it doesn’t happen again.

No two infestations are the same, so the cost of our heat extermination varies. Depending on square footage, time, length and size of the infestation, location, type of building materials, and access, the cost can change. When the space is inspected we will be able to give you a firm quote. Hot Bugz will do everything possible to minimize the cost. Initially, heat extermination looks to be more costly but there are other factors to consider.

Here are a few factors to consider:

  • Traditional extermination methods may require that you throw away furniture and mattresses, even books and other belongings. This can cost thousands of dollars.
  • Hot Bugz does not require you to throw anything away, unless it is totally infested.
  • You have minimal preparation when you hire Hot Bugz.
  • You won’t need to pay for a hotel room for the night.
  • Hot Bugz completes the job in 5-10 hours.
  • The Hot Bugz guarantee is the best!

Using specialized equipment, Hot Bugz heats the space to a thermal death point of 135°F. The heat permeates everywhere, preventing the bed bugs from escaping. See our Which System is Best section for more information.

Yes, please contact us for references.

Yes, Hot Bugz is both licensed and insured.

Normally the premises can be inspected the same day you call. The heating process is usually scheduled within 1-2 days following inspection but it really depends on how fast you can complete the required prep list.

The treatment takes an average of 5-10 hours depending upon a number of factors including the size of the space and the contents in the space.

In general, home remedies are not successful and send the bugs into hiding. Do not try and heat the space using conventional consumer heaters. It will be impossible to achieve the necessary temperature and it could be dangerous.

Yes, the Hot Bugz heat extermination process is 100% safe. There are no pesticides or other chemicals to harm people or animals, and no residual effects. Hot Bugz techs are on-site at all times monitoring the heating process. The safety of our clients and all their property is our number one priority.

Unlike traditional extermination methods, mattresses, couches, and other furniture usually do not have to be discarded. All of the contents of the space will be heated to kill all bed bugs and their eggs. Of course, there are some items that should not be heated. These items are listed in our Customer Preparation List and removed during the preparation process.

Cimex guarantees that all bed bugs and their eggs will be killed. We cannot guarantee that the bugs will not be brought back in, or return from a neighboring and untreated space. Discovering the source of the bed bug problem is critical in preventing future problems! See our Understanding Bed Bugs page for more information.