Bed bugs and their eggs die at around 50°C (122°F). Most home dryers on high heat reach 60–70°C, which is more than enough—but only if the temperature is maintained long enough.

Dry on HIGH heat for at least 30 to 60 minutes
For bulky items like blankets or comforters, go for the full hour or run a second cycle.

Don’t Overload the Dryer
This is one of the most common mistakes. If the dryer is too full, the heat can’t circulate properly. That means some items—especially those in the middle—may not get hot enough to kill bugs or eggs.

• Dry smaller loads

• Make sure everything tumbles freely

• Run two loads instead of stuffing one

Safe, Chemical-Free Bed Bug Removal for Items You Can’t Wash or Dry

Not everything can go in the washing machine or dryer. That’s where our heat chamber tent comes in. We use a sealed, temperature-controlled tent to safely heat your furniture, clothing, and personal items to a level that kills bed bugs and their eggs, without chemicals, moisture, or damage.

How It Works

1.Items are carefully placed inside the tent
2.The temperature is slowly raised to 50–60°C (122–140°F)
3.Heat is maintained for several hours to ensure bugs and eggs are destroyed

If you're using a shared dryer or laundromat:

1. Run it empty on high heat for 5–10 minutes before adding your laundry

2. Wipe the drum if needed

3. Make sure the previous cycle didn’t leave it damp or cold

If an item isn’t dirty, you don’t have to wash it just dry it on high heat. The dryer alone is enough to kill bed bugs if used correctly.

💡 Pro tip: Dry-clean-only items can sometimes go in the dryer for heat treatment if you're careful. Dry-clean-only labels usually mean that the fabric is delicate, prone to shrinking, or could be damaged by water or heat. However, in the case of bed bug treatment, the goal is not to clean the item it's to kill any bugs or eggs hiding in the fabric using heat.

That means you might be able to use your dryer on high heat for 30+ minutes to treat some dry-clean-only items, but only if you're willing to risk light damage to save the item from infestation.