Fumigation treats a whole building at once. Tarps cover the house and a gas spreads through walls, furniture and stored belongings. It is a big step, so we recommend it in Citrus Heights only when bugs have spread through most of a detached home.
When We Suggest Tenting
- Our inspection finds bugs in nearly every room.
- A previous heat or chemical job did not last.
- The house is so full of stored items that room by room work is not practical.
- A detached guest house or back unit needs every room treated together.
How Tenting Works in California
- MeasureWe size the structure and give you a written list of what to bag or remove.
- CoverTarps go over the building and warning signs are posted.
- ReleaseUnder a Branch 1 license, our fumigator introduces the gas and holds it for the required time.
- Air outTarps come off, the house ventilates and meter readings decide when you return.
Fumigation in Citrus Heights
Tenting suits detached single-family houses, including the many 1960s and 1970s ranch homes in 95610 and 95621. Apartment complexes and attached townhomes are seldom tented for bed bugs, so heat or a chemical plan usually serves them better. If your street has an HOA, ask about its notice rules before booking.
Getting a Citrus Heights House Ready
- Pack groceries, medicines and pet food into the special fumigation bags we provide, or take them along.
- Book 2 to 3 nights elsewhere for everyone, including pets.
- Soak the dirt next to the foundation and trim any shrubs that rest against the siding.
- Clear space around the house for the tarps.
Fumigation FAQ
How long before we can move back in?
Plan on 2 to 3 days away. Our fumigator airs out the house and takes meter readings in each room, and you return only after every reading is at a safe level.
Does tenting protect the house from future bed bugs?
No. The gas leaves no lasting residue, so bugs brought in later on luggage or used furniture can start a new problem. Some plans add a residual treatment afterward.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA provides bed bug inspection and treatment across California. We schedule a licensed technician to check your Citrus Heights home. Nothing is treated until you approve the price in writing.