Fumigation treats an entire house in one go. We wrap the building in tarps, and the gas moves through walls, furniture and every packed box. It is the most thorough bed bug method we offer, and we save it for cases that have reached most of a house.
When Tenting Makes Sense
- Bugs or their signs are in nearly every room.
- Earlier heat or chemical work did not hold.
- Too many stored belongings to treat item by item.
- A small detached building needs all rooms done at once.
How Fumigation Runs in California
- SurveyWe measure the house and give you a written list of items to bag or remove.
- SealTarps cover the structure and warning signs go up.
- ReleaseOur Branch 1 licensed fumigator releases the gas and times the exposure as California rules require.
- ClearAfter the tarps come off, the house airs out until meter readings are safe.
Tenting in Sunnyvale
Fumigation fits detached single-family houses best, such as the postwar homes around Cherry Chase, Ortega Park and Raynor. Apartments, attached townhomes and manufactured homes are rarely tented for bed bugs, so heat or a chemical plan is the usual choice there. If you belong to a homeowners association, check its rules before booking a tent.
Preparing to Leave
- Seal food, medicine and pet food in the supplied bags, or take them along.
- Plan 2 to 3 nights away for every person and pet.
- Soak the dirt along the foundation the day before and trim back any shrubs touching the siding.
- Leave a clear path around the whole house for the crew.
Fumigation FAQ
Who decides when we can go back inside after tenting?
After the tarps come off, the house airs out and a licensed fumigator checks it with a gas meter. You return only when the readings are clear.
Does fumigation stop bed bugs for good?
No. The gas leaves no lasting residue, so a bug carried in later on a bag or used chair can start a new case. Some plans add a residual treatment afterward.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA runs its own bed bug inspections and treatments. Our team sets a visit time with you in Sunnyvale. We quote in writing, then treat once you say yes.