A fumigation job works best when the space is prepared. Everything below is what our team asks clients to do before we arrive - it takes most households under an hour.
The day before
- Remove or tightly seal all food, including pet food and anything in open packets.
- Take pets and houseplants out of the treatment area - fish tanks need to be sealed or moved.
- Strip bedding you plan to wash; heat treatment in a hot wash kills eggs and nymphs.
- Clear under beds and inside wardrobes where treatment is needed.
On the day
- Open cupboards, drawers and wardrobes so the treatment reaches inside.
- Switch off gas and open flames at the meter.
- Plan to be out for the period we specify - typically 4 to 6 hours for a home.
When you come back
We ventilate the space and confirm it is safe before you re-enter. Wipe food preparation surfaces, leave treated cracks and skirting untouched for as long as the label directs, and keep the after-care notes we leave with you.
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