Fumigation treats a whole building at once. A tent goes over the house, and a gas fills the space and reaches into walls, furniture and stored belongings. Because it is the biggest step, it is saved for infestations that have reached most rooms.
When Fumigation Fits
- Bugs have spread well past the bedrooms.
- Earlier heat or chemical work did not end the problem.
- The home holds too many belongings to treat piece by piece.
- A complete one-time result matters more than cost.
How Fumigation Works in California
- MeasureThe fumigator sizes up the house and gives you a written prep list.
- CoverTarps seal the building and warning signs are posted.
- IntroduceA licensed fumigator releases the gas and keeps it at the required level for the set time.
- ClearTarps come off, the home airs out and the air is tested before anyone goes back in.
Tenting a House in Sanger
Many Sanger homes sit close to fruit trees, fences, sheds and neighbors. Ask how the crew will fit the tarps, which plants must be trimmed back and where their trucks will park. Line up a place to stay for 2 to 3 nights, and if you tend animals or irrigation on a rural lot, plan who will cover those chores.
Preparing for Tenting
- Remove food, medicine and pet food, or double bag them in the fumigator's bags.
- Arrange lodging for every person and pet in the home.
- Water the soil near the foundation and trim plants that touch the walls.
- Unlock gates and clear a path around the house for the crew.
Questions About Fumigation
How many days should we plan to stay away from home?
Expect 2 to 3 days away, until the home has aired out and testing shows it is safe to return.
Does tenting the house also cover a bunkhouse or trailer on the lot?
No. The gas treats only the tented building. Each other place where people sleep needs its own inspection and plan.
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 Sanger. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.