No, the fumigant (gas) is accumulating to high levels underneath the tent, not outside of it. Even when the tents are taking off and the home is aerating, the fumigant cannot reach dangerous levels unless it is contained, therefore, you…
It depends on how common drywood termites are in your area. Typically homes only need to be tented once, however, if neighborhoods of high termite activity it might be necessary to fumigate once every 10-15 years.
When done correctly and following all regulations, tent fumigations are safe, however, if an individual enters the fumigated structure before it has been cleared by the fumigation company, then yes it would be harmful.
The fumigation company should give you a detailed list of all the items that are necessary to prepare your home for a fumigation. These include interior items such as bagging up all your food items into special bags, turning off…
People often think that roaches only infest a dirty home, however, this is not the case. Roaches, much like humans, are more in need of water then they are of food. In fact, the American Roach can live almost 2-3…
When should I worry about termites? Unfortunately for Floridians, termites are a year-round problem. Subterranean tend to "swarm" (fly) in the spring, whereas Drywood termites tend to swarm in the summer. This, however, is just when they are most actively…
You won't really have termites in the "yard". Termites might be infesting tree stumps or fallen wood. Yes, it would be a problem because of the proximity to your home. Termites have been known to forage anywhere from 300-400 feet…
What does tent fumigation kill? A tent fumigation will kill just about anything, but we mainly tent for drywood termites, bed bugs, powder post beetles and german cockroaches Does tent fumigation kill roaches? Yes Is tent fumigation necessary? Although there…
Sealing up food and other consumable products in plastic bags is good. You can also prepare for fumigation by making sure all the doors are unlocked and open, and taking before and after pictures of the roof, sides of the…
The best thing to look for is dirt debris or anything that resembles spilled coffee grounds. This can be an indication of active termites. The best idea is to call a professional. Most companies will perform a free termite inspection.
