All About Fumigations
Fumigation is the process of sealing up (tenting) the property and adding fumigant to the entire structure with a lethal gas (VIKANE/SULFURYL FLUORIDE AND CHLOROPICRIN) for the control of drywood termites in all areas of the structure. The fumigation is a 3-day / 2-night process for Drywood Termites, and the property must be vacated during the fumigation. 🔹Allow an extra day over a weekend 🔹Beetle fumigations will also take longer 🔹Drywood Termites, Wood Boring Beetles, Bed Bugs, & Cockroaches are the most common pests to fumigate for
Why We Fumigate
The Fumigation Process
Google just about anything to do with Termites, and it will come back with Termites cause Billion's of Dollars $$$ in damage every year! That's no joke!! But what does that really mean for your home? To give you an idea... our average cost per home is somewhere between $2,000 & $3,000 for a fumigation... and anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand in damage repair. That is per home! The longer you wait to protect your home, the higher the initial cost will be.
Preparation is Required for Fumigations
When termite infestations are severe or widespread, tent fumigation is often the most effective solution. TAPS Termite has been providing professional fumigation services throughout Santa Clara County since 1969. Our licensed technicians handle every step of the process with care and precision.
Watch this Awesome Video To Prepare for Your Fumigation!
Watch this helpful overview before your fumigation. We’ll walk you through the key preparation steps and what to expect before the fumigation team arrives.
What to Expect During Fumigation
- Your home will be tented and sealed with a fumigation tarp
- A licensed fumigant (Vikane gas) is introduced to penetrate all wood members
- The fumigant eliminates drywood termites throughout the entire structure
- After the required exposure period, the tent is removed and the home is aerated
- A clearance test is performed before you return home
When is Fumigation Necessary?
Fumigation is typically recommended when:
- Drywood termite infestations are widespread throughout the structure
- Multiple areas of the home are infested and spot treatments are not sufficient
- The infestation is in inaccessible areas of the structure
- Previous spot treatments have not been effective
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