Fumigation treats a whole structure at once. The house is covered with a tent and filled with a gas that reaches into walls, furniture and stored belongings. Because it is the heaviest option, it is saved for cases where bugs have spread through most of the house.
When Tenting Makes Sense
- Bed bugs are in most rooms, not just bedrooms.
- Heat or chemical treatment was tried and did not work.
- The house holds too many belongings to treat item by item.
- A quick, complete result matters more than cost.
How Structural Fumigation Works in California
- AssessThe fumigator measures the house and gives you a written prep list.
- TentThe house is sealed under a tent and warning signs are posted.
- FumigateA licensed fumigator introduces the gas and keeps it at the required level for the full period.
- ClearOnce the tent is removed, the house is ventilated and the air is tested before anyone returns.
Fumigation in Discovery Bay
Waterfront lots add a few details to plan for. Ask how the crew will set the tent along the back of the house near the dock, and whether patio furniture and deck items need to be moved. Plan where you, your pets and any guests will stay, and have the boat and its bedding checked separately.
How to Prepare
- Remove food, medicine and pet food, or seal them in the special bags the fumigator provides.
- Book 2 to 3 nights away for everyone, pets included.
- Water plants beside the house and trim branches touching the walls.
- Unlock side gates and clear paths along the house so the tent crew can walk all the way around it.
Questions About Fumigation
How long are we out of the house?
Usually 2 to 3 days, until the house has aired out and air testing shows it is safe to return.
Does tenting cover the boat at the dock?
No. The tent covers the house only. A boat with a cabin or berth needs its own inspection and a treatment such as steam.
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 Discovery Bay. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.