Fumigation treats a whole structure in one event. The house is sealed under a tarp and a gas is released that seeps through walls, furniture and stored items. Because it takes the most planning, it is saved for infestations that have reached most rooms.
When Tenting Is Worth It
- Bugs show up in most rooms, not only bedrooms.
- Earlier heat or chemical work did not hold.
- The home holds too many belongings to treat one by one.
- You would rather pay once for a thorough job than repeat treatments.
How Fumigation Works in California
- MeasureThe fumigator sizes the structure and hands you a written prep list.
- SealTarps cover the building and warning signs are posted.
- Introduce gasA licensed fumigator releases the gas and holds it at the required level.
- ClearThe tarp comes off, the house airs out and testing approves re-entry.
Tenting a House in Avenal
A large family needs a plan for 2 to 3 nights away, so line up relatives or lodging early. In the hot months, choose a place with working air conditioning for kids, elders and pets. Ask how the crew will handle wind on tarp day, fences and patio covers, and anything stored in the yard.
Preparing the Home
- Take out food, medicine and pet food, or seal them in the fumigator's approved bags.
- Arrange 2 to 3 nights elsewhere for everyone in the house, pets included.
- Wet the soil along the foundation and cut back plants touching the walls.
- Unlock gates and clear a path around the whole building.
Questions About Fumigation
How many nights will we be out of our Avenal home?
Expect 2 to 3 days away, until the house has aired out and testing shows it is safe to go back inside.
Will tenting the house also clear the garage or a back unit?
Only what sits under the tarp is treated. A detached garage, a trailer or a back house needs its own inspection and plan.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA handles bed bug work from the first inspection to the final check. We book an inspection at your Avenal home at a time that suits you. Nothing is treated until you approve the price in writing.