Structure Fumigation
Fumigation in Aromas, CA
101 Exterminators performs full-structure fumigation in Aromas using Vikane (sulfuryl fluoride), the treatment for drywood termite infestations that have spread past what spot work can reach. On rural parcels the job is as much logistics as chemistry — tarp clearance under the oaks, a driveway the equipment can use, and a plan for horses, poultry, and feed. We handle tenting, aeration, and clearance testing. SPCB Lic. #9119.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Fumigation Service in Aromas
We manage the entire fumigation process: pre-fumigation inspection and documentation, structure tenting with certified fumigation tarps, introduction of Vikane fumigant to specified concentration, aeration protocol, post-fumigation clearance testing, and coordination with a certified fumigation clearance company before you return. We also provide bagging requirements and preparation guidance for food, medications, and plants.
Multiple locations of frass (termite pellets) throughout the structure — not just one area
Evidence of drywood termites in structural framing, not just surface wood
Previous localized treatments that have not resolved the infestation
Inspector-identified infestation in inaccessible areas (wall cavities, sealed areas)
WDO report showing extensive Section 1 conditions throughout the structure
Visible winged termites (swarmers) emerging from multiple locations
How It Works
Our Fumigation Process in Aromas
Every job follows the same methodical approach — no shortcuts, no guesswork. Here is what to expect when you work with us in Aromas.
Pre-Fumigation Inspection
We document all entry points, confirm the infestation scope, measure the structure for gas calculation, and review the preparation checklist with you at least 3 days before the fumigation date.
Structure Tenting
Our crew tents the entire structure with specialized fumigation tarps, sealed at the foundation to prevent gas escape. Neighbors are notified as required, and warning signs are posted.
Gas Introduction & Monitoring
Vikane is introduced to calculated concentration and held for the required exposure time. Readings are monitored throughout the process to confirm effective dosage.
Aeration & Clearance
The structure is thoroughly aerated until Vikane levels are below the safe entry threshold. A certified third-party inspector confirms clearance levels before we authorize re-entry.
Why 101 Exterminators
Fumigation You Can Count On in Aromas
Complete Structure Coverage
Gas fumigant penetrates every void, cavity, and piece of wood in the structure — including areas impossible to reach with liquid or foam treatments.
Vikane — Industry Gold Standard
Vikane (sulfuryl fluoride) is the most widely used and thoroughly studied structural fumigant. It leaves no residual after aeration — the structure is safe to re-enter after clearance.
Third-Party Clearance Testing
Re-entry is only authorized after independent clearance testing confirms gas levels are below threshold. No guesswork on when your home is safe.
Real Estate Compliant
Fumigation clears all Section 1 termite conditions for real estate transactions. We issue the required Completion Notice accepted by lenders and escrow companies.
Common Questions
Fumigation FAQs for Aromas
Can you tent a house in Aromas with big oaks hanging over the roof?
Usually yes, but the trees decide the schedule and sometimes the method. Tarps need clearance to pass over and around the structure, and the mature oaks and overhead power drops on Aromas parcels often mean limbs must be tied back or trimmed first. We assess overhead clearance and tie-down ground during the pre-fumigation inspection and will tell you then if local treatment is the more sensible route.
What do I do with my horses and chickens while the house is tented?
Animals have to be off the structure and clear of the tented area for the whole fumigation and aeration period, and any feed, hay, or animal medication stored inside the seal must be bagged or removed exactly like human food. Most Aromas owners turn horses out on the far side of the parcel or board them for the duration, and poultry gets moved well away rather than shut in a coop against the house. We go through every item of this on the pre-fumigation walkthrough.
My termites are subterranean — do I still need fumigation?
No. Fumigation does not control subterranean termites, because Reticulitermes colonies live in the soil and keep foraging back into the structure once the gas has cleared. They are treated with soil applications and bait systems instead. Since subterranean termites are the species we find most often in Aromas, tenting is the exception here, not the rule — we recommend it when drywood galleries appear in multiple framing members or in places nothing else can reach.
Local Pest Pressure
Common Pests We Treat in Aromas
Every area has its own pest profile shaped by climate, housing, and geography. These are the pests we see and treat most often in Aromas — tap any one to learn how to identify it and what treatment involves.
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Free Pest Evaluation in Aromas
CA licensed and insured. Written estimate before any work begins. Urgent situations in Aromas are prioritized.