Fumigation treats a whole structure in one go. The crew covers the building with a tent, then releases a gas that penetrates walls, furniture and stored items. It is the most involved bed bug option and is kept for infestations that have spread through the building.
When Tenting Is Worth It
- Bed bugs have spread far beyond the bedrooms.
- Earlier heat or chemical work did not solve it.
- The home is packed with belongings that are hard to treat one by one.
- Bugs are established inside wall voids across the house.
How Structural Fumigation Works in California
- InspectA licensed fumigator looks the home over and hands you a written prep list.
- TentThe building is sealed under tarps and warning signs go up.
- ReleaseGas goes in and is kept at the dose that the label and state law call for.
- ClearThe tent comes off, the home airs out and readings confirm it is safe.
Tenting on an Aromas Property
Rural lots here often have oaks, brush and fencing close to the house, which the crew must work around to seal the tent. Ask the fumigator where horses, dogs and chickens should be kept during the treatment and aeration, and have the quote explain why heat or chemical work would not be enough.
Getting the Home Ready
- Bag food, medicine and any animal feed stored inside in approved bags, or take them out.
- Arrange 2 to 3 nights away for the household and pets.
- Trim branches and plants touching the siding and wet the soil by the foundation.
- Leave gates unlocked so the fumigation crew can get all the way around the house.
Questions About Fumigation
How long is the house off limits after tenting?
Plan on 2 to 3 days, until the home has aired out and testing shows it is safe to go back in.
Will fumigation stop bed bugs from coming back?
No. Fumigant leaves no lasting protection, so bugs that later arrive in bags or furniture can start a new problem. Our technicians can apply a residual afterward when the plan calls for it.
What happens when you reach out: Bed Bug Control CA inspects and treats homes for bed bugs in California. We schedule a licensed technician to check your Aromas home. Nothing is treated until you approve the price in writing.