Most of us might have heard the term “fumigation” but not many of us know much about it. Fumigation is one of the most popular termite control treatments. If you have a termite problem, you might be asked to consider house fumigation services but is it the right treatment for the problem that you have? Read this blog to know when you should try fumigation services over other termite treatments.

What Is Fumigation Treatment?

In fumigation treatment, the house in which the infestation is found is fully covered with a tent. Then, chemicals in the form of gas are pumped into the tent. The gas pumped is lethal to the termites and other pests in the home.

The gas remains in the tent for 3-4 days, so that it can penetrate even the smallest of crevices as well as the wood in the house to get rid of termites in those places. Then, the tent is removed and the house is checked once again for termites or pests.

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Also Read: How to Protect Wooden Furniture from Termite Attack?

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When Is Fumigation Recommended?

A lot of people hesitate to choose fumigation services due to many reasons. Some are afraid that the residual gas might be harmful to them and the environment while others avoid this treatment since it requires a lot of effort and time.

Hence, you need to find out if the treatment is necessary or if you can choose alternative termite treatments. This will help you make an informed choice for your property.

The first step will be to hire a termite control professional and do a thorough inspection of the house. If an infestation is found, the inspector will determine the type of termite infestation and its severity. Only then, can he/she suggest a suitable termite treatment for your house?

Here are some instances in which the termite control professional might suggest house fumigation services.

• When there is a severe drywood termite infestation.
• When the termites have spread into the inaccessible areas of the property like the flooring, walls, foundation and more.
• When other termite treatments did not give the desired result.
• When there is a possibility of other termite treatments damaging the building’s structural integrity.
• When you need a complete solution to the termite problem.

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Also Read: Does Your Drywall Have a Termite Infestation?

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Things You Should Know Before Choosing Fumigation Treatment

• When done by a professional who is trained in the process, fumigation is completely safe.
• Never try to fumigate your house on your own.
• Depending on the type of pest to be eliminated, different chemicals would be used.
• It is important to move all the food items and plants before fumigation.
• The people in the home and the pets would need to find accommodation somewhere else until the fumigation treatment is fully complete. This will roughly take about 4-5 days.
• Fumigation has the best success rate for eliminating termites but it does not ensure that there won’t be a recurrence of termite infestation.
• Hire a professional termite control company to get the job done.

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