Thermal Remediation
Thermal Remediation Effects
Thermal Remediation treats the home, furniture, clothes and even the mattress, killing all stages of the bed bug’s life cycle. One Twenty Incorporated’s services are discrete, professional and effective. We will save you time, aggravation and money.
- Safe – Non-chemical and non-corrosive.
- Effective – Heat kills the entire life cycle of all insects, from eggs to adults; this treatment is more effective than the standard chemical treatment.
- Environmentally friendly and 100% chemical-free – No toxic fumes, no chemical residue, no prolonged downtime.
- Economical – Heat treats up to four rooms at a time(depending on size of the rooms), or spot treat high-infestation zones while other sections of the structure remain in full operation.
Using state of the art thermal remediation equipment, we heat your home to a temperature in excess of 120 degrees.
Where it Works Best
The biggest advantage of heat is that it finds the bed bugs and their eggs wherever they are hiding. It penetrates layers of fabric, upholstered furniture, boxes of household goods, and even mattresses and bedding. It relieves the pest management professional (PMP) from the task of seeking out every last bed bug and all of their eggs. The heat is able to access bedbugs wherever they are and eliminate them.
This process is extremely helpful in dwellings where there is a lot of clutter – and perhaps insufficient help to prepare for conventional treatments. Though there is still a lot of preparation for a heat treatment, it is less involved than preparing for a conventional treatment.
Most Americans until recently thought bed bugs were a myth. In reality bed bugs have been a common nuisance since the beginning of recorded history. During the early 20th century the bed bug was almost completely eradicated by the use of DDT. With the ban of DDT, bed bugs have seen a resurgence over the last 30 years and have developed more resistance to chemical treatments. This new crisis has forced many cities to pass laws requiring landlords and homeowners to treat bed bug infestations.
When exposed to this temperature the bed bug is killed in seconds by dehydration. This is the same principal used in pasteurization for over 100 years. The entire process requires approximately six hours depending on the size of the home.
Chemical treatments should not be used on mattresses or clothing which come in contact with human skin. Thermal remediation treats the entire home including furniture, clothing and even the mattress. When comparing the cost of thermal remediation against a new box spring, mattress and cleaning all the clothes in the home and chemical treatment, thermal remediation is the hands down winner.
LICENSED . GUARANTEED
One Twenty Inc is licensed to provide pest control in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana.
BEST PRACTICES
With over forty years of experience, we take pride in courteous, high‑quality service using tested, proven methods and equipment for pest control results.
What is a Bed Bug, How do I know if I have them?
Bed bugs are brown to reddish-brown, 3/16 inch long, flat and oval. The nymphs or immature stages go through a series of five molts (from egg to adult). They range in size from 2mm to 3/16 inches long and are yellowish to almost translucent in color. The eggs are extremely small (1mm) and very difficult to detect with the naked eye. Bed bugs can utilize almost every crack and crevice in a home from the baseboards to the dressers. They are nocturnal making it difficult to identify all of the harborages bedbugs use. Highly trained professionals are able to identify these harborages and determine the infestation levels through a number of clues:
- Shed exoskeleton
- Fecal droppings
- Live & dead bed bugs
- Possible pathways into the home
About One Twenty Inc.
Since 2008, One Twenty, Inc has been dedicated to providing effective and reliable bed bug solutions. Our experienced team utilizes the latest techniques and technologies to eliminate bed bugs from homes and businesses, ensuring a pest-free environment. We pride ourselves on our commitment to customer satisfaction, offering discreet and comprehensive services tailored to your specific needs.
With 40+ years experience in the multi-family housing industry, we have seen a recent explosion in the instances of bed bug infestations. Our experiences in treating for bed bugs led us to start One Twenty, Inc. After years of using chemicals which require multiple treatments over a number of weeks it was a no brainer to switch to thermal remediation. With a single treatment which is completed in one day the entire apartment and all the contents are free from bed bugs.
Licensed in: Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Iowa
Residential and Commercial Applications
Residential Services
For the homeowner thermal remediation is the only way to go. Why put up with one more night of bed bugs feeding on you or your family. The night of the treatment you can sleep assured that the problem is resolved.
The cost of the treatment is far less that the cost of replacing mattresses and purchasing chemicals or hiring a pest control company to chemically treat your home. This process can take weeks. Thermal Remediation is environmentally friendly using electric heaters and leaving no toxic chemicals behind. One Twenty Inc. uses high efficiency electric heaters powered by our three phase generator. The circulating fans are connected to the household power. The whole process is monitored by wireless temperature sensors. A complete log of the process is maintained.
If you are worried about what the neighbors might think, One Twenty, Inc. will provide discrete service with professional equipment. The only way your neighbors will know is if you tell them.
Commercial Services
In the business world time is money. For both Multi-Family housing and Hotels, the longer the treatment takes the more it costs. With One Twenty Inc., one treatment and the problem is gone. More devastating to the bottom line than the cost of the service is loss in income due to a bad reputation for a bed bug infestation.
As a multifamily owner or manager do you want your residents dragging out their bed bug infested mattress down the hallways out to the dumpster? How about carrying there infested laundry down to the laundry room and coming in contact with other residents? Worst of all, what if a resident places an infested couch by the dumpster and a different resident takes the couch up to their apartment. With thermal remediation by One Twenty, Inc. none of this should happen. We will treat the whole apartment, room or suite, all the furniture, and all the clothing, inside the affected unit.
Professional, discrete service is a must when treating a bug problem. At One Twenty Inc. we use state of the art equipment with professional, inconspicuous company graphics. Your other residents, tenants or guests will not know why we are there and when we leave the problem will be solved.
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Commercial Pest Inspection
One Twenty, Inc. offers comprehensive solutions to eliminate and prevent pest infestations in businesses. These services involve thorough inspections to identify pest problems, followed by customized treatment plans that may include chemical applications, traps, and preventative measures. Trained technicians ensure the safe and effective control of a wide range of pests, such as rodents, insects, and other unwanted creatures, while adhering to industry regulations and prioritizing the health and safety of employees, customers, and the environment.
We offer services for:
- Multi Family Housing
- Health Care Facilities
- Retail Stores and Shopping Centers
- Restaurants and Bars
Our Service Area
F.A.Q.
WHAT ARE BED BUGS?
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Bed bugs are small, wingless insects that feed on the blood of humans and animals. They are reddish-brown, about the size of an apple seed, and are primarily active at night.
WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF INFESTATION?
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Common signs of a bed bug infestation include itchy bites, blood stains on sheets, dark fecal spots, and shed skins near beds and furniture.
WHY USE THERMAL REMEDIATION?
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- Thermal remediation is a non-chemical pest control method that eradicates bed bugs by raising the temperature of an affected area to a lethal level (around 122°F or 50°C) for an extended period.
- This treatment is highly effective as it can penetrate hard-to-reach areas and kill bed bugs at all life stages, including eggs, nymphs, and adults, in a single treatment.
HOW SHOULD YOU PREPARE FOR THERMAL TREATMENT?
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Before treatment, residents may need to remove heat-sensitive items, such as makeup, wax products, and sensitive plants to ensure that bed coverings and clothing are loosely arranged to allow heat penetration.
WHAT ARE POST-TREATMENT CONSIDERATIONS?
Cockroach After Care
Bed Bug Aftercare
After thermal remediation, it’s crucial to monitor for any surviving bed bugs and properly seal entry points and cracks to prevent reinfestation. Regular inspections can help maintain a bed bug-free environment.
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