Fumigation treats a whole building at once. The house is wrapped in tarps and a gas is released that moves through walls, furniture and everything inside. It is the largest option, so it is usually saved for infestations that have spread across most of the home.
When Tenting Fits
- Bugs turn up in rooms far from any bed.
- An earlier heat or chemical plan did not work.
- The house is too full of stored items to treat one by one.
- Finishing in one complete round matters more than cost.
How Fumigation Works in California
- WalkthroughA licensed fumigator sizes up the structure and hands over written prep steps.
- TarpsThe home is covered and warning signs are posted.
- FumigantGas fills the sealed house and is kept at the target level for the set period.
- ClearanceTarps come off, the house airs out and air tests are done before anyone returns.
Tenting Near the Lakeshore
Some lots in Nice sit close to the water or to the neighbors, with docks, decks and older outbuildings. Ask the fumigator how the tarps will seal around decks and attached sheds, what must be moved and where the trucks can park off Highway 20. In a rental, the owner has to approve the job and help plan where tenants will stay.
Prep
- Remove food, medicine and pet food, or seal them in the special bags provided.
- Book 2 to 3 nights away for everyone, pets included.
- Soak the ground along the foundation and cut back any shrubs brushing the siding.
- Unlock gates and keep a clear path around the whole house.
Questions About Fumigation
How many nights should we plan to stay with friends?
Plan on 2 to 3 days away. You return once the house has aired out and a gas test shows it is safe.
Does tenting the house also treat our boat or a detached guest cottage?
No. Only the structure under the tarps is treated. A boat cabin, detached cottage or travel trailer needs its own inspection and plan.
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