Fumigation treats an entire building at once. Tarps seal the house, and a gas fills it and works its way into walls, furniture and everything stored inside. It is the most intensive bed bug option and is reserved for problems that have spread throughout a home.
When Tenting Makes Sense
- Bugs are in most rooms, not only bedrooms.
- Heat or chemical treatment has been tried without success.
- There are too many belongings to treat item by item.
- A guest house is heavily infested and easier to tent than to treat room by room.
How Structural Fumigation Works in California
- AssessThe fumigator measures the building and hands you a written prep list.
- TentThe structure is sealed under tarps and warning signs are posted.
- ReleaseA licensed fumigator introduces the gas and holds it for the required time.
- ClearThe tarps come off, the building airs out and the air is tested.
Fumigation on Jamul Properties
Tenting for drywood termites is common across San Diego County, and bed bug fumigation follows much the same routine. On a parcel with several buildings, confirm in the quote which ones are included, and make sure the crew can reach every side of the house past fences, gates and landscaping.
How to Prepare
- Remove food, medicine and pet food, or seal them in the special bags the fumigator supplies.
- Plan 2 to 3 nights away for the household and pets.
- Arrange care for horses or other animals kept close to the house.
- Water plants near the walls and cut back brush that touches the house.
Questions About Fumigation
How long are we out of the house?
Typically 2 to 3 nights, until the house is aired out and cleared by air testing.
Does tenting keep bed bugs away for good?
No. It leaves no lasting residue, so bugs brought in later can start over. Many companies follow up with a residual treatment.
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 Jamul. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.