Fumigation handles an entire structure in one go. The building is covered with a tent and filled with a gas that moves through walls, furniture and everything stored inside. It is the most intensive bed bug option, used when bugs have spread through the home or building.
When to Consider Tenting
- Bugs have been found in most rooms, not only bedrooms.
- Earlier heat or chemical treatment did not solve it.
- There are too many belongings to treat piece by piece.
- A small building needs every unit treated at once.
How Fumigation Works in California
- MeasureThe company sizes up the structure and gives you a prep list.
- CoverThe building is tented and warning signs go up.
- ReleaseA licensed fumigator introduces the gas for the required period.
- Air outThe tent is removed, the building ventilates and the air is tested.
Fumigation in Del Mar
Tenting is not new to many 92014 homeowners, who have seen it used against drywood termites, and the bed bug process looks much the same. On bluff and hillside lots, ask the company how the tent will be secured and whether any detached rooms need it too. A solid quote should explain why fumigation beats heat or chemicals for your home.
Getting Ready
- Seal food, medicine and pet food in the special bags the company supplies.
- Book 2 to 3 nights somewhere else for everyone, pets included.
- Soak the soil next to the house and trim plants away from the walls.
- Make sure the crew can reach the building to tent and clear it.
Questions About Fumigation
How long do we have to stay away?
Typically 2 to 3 days, until the structure has been aired out and air testing shows it is safe to return.
Will fumigation stop bed bugs from coming back?
Not on its own. The gas does not linger in the walls, so a bag brought home from a trip later can start the problem over. Ask about an added residual treatment if you want extra protection.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA is a free referral service. When you call or send the form, you are connected with an independent, licensed pest control company that serves Del Mar. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.