Fumigation is the only treatment that eliminates drywood termites throughout your entire structure—reaching every crack, crevice, and hidden gallery. We’ve fumigated thousands of Silicon Valley homes since 1973 with 100% effectiveness and zero compromises on safety.
Drywood termites live entirely inside wood—in your attic rafters, wall studs, window frames, even furniture. Unlike subterranean termites (which live in soil), drywood colonies can be scattered throughout your home in places you can’t see or reach.
Fumigation is the ONLY treatment that reaches drywood termites wherever they’re hiding:
Inside walls and ceilings (without demolition)
Deep in attic rafters and roof structures
Within floor joists and subfloors
Behind stucco and siding
In furniture and wood fixtures
Every crack, crevice, and void in your structure
Localized treatments (drilling, injections, heat) can work for VERY limited, accessible infestations. But they have critical limitations:
Must know EXACT location of every colony (often impossible)
Can’t reach termites inside walls without major demolition
Miss even one colony = infestation continues
Not accepted by many lenders for real estate transactions
Often cost more in the long run when full fumigation becomes necessary
In Silicon Valley, where drywood termites are the primary pest, fumigation is the proven, reliable standard for complete elimination.
Drywood termites found in multiple locations
Infestation in inaccessible areas (walls, ceilings, roof voids)
Extent of infestation is unknown
Previous spot treatments failed
Real estate transaction requiring lender-approved clearance
You want 100% certainty all drywood termites are eliminated
Home has history of recurring drywood infestations
Vikane is a sulfuryl fluoride gas that’s colorless and odorless. It has been EPA-registered for structural fumigation since 1961 and used in millions of fumigations worldwide, making it the industry standard for termite treatment for over 60 years.
Fumigation is the only treatment that guarantees 100% elimination of drywood termites throughout your entire structure. We’ve fumigated thousands of Silicon Valley homes since 1973 with proven safety and effectiveness. Whether you’re selling your home, protecting your investment, or dealing with an active infestation, we make the process smooth and stress-free.
Quick answers to the questions we hear most often. Don’t see your question? Call us at (650) 969-5556.
Total: 2-3 days from tenting to re-entry
Day 1: Tenting (4-6 hours), then sealed overnight
Day 2: Fumigation (18-24 hour gas hold time)
Day 3: Aeration (6-8 hours) then clearance
You're away 2-3 nights total
Yes, absolutely. Vikane gas is toxic while in structure.
All people must evacuate
All pets must be removed
All plants must be removed
You cannot return until we issue clearance
After clearance: 100% safe (gas completely gone)
Your neighbors do NOT need to evacuate.
Tent seals gas inside your home only
We post warning signs (required by law)
We notify neighbors as courtesy
No risk to adjacent properties
Most neighbors never notice fumigation occurring
No washing needed.
Vikane is a gas that dissipates completely
Leaves no residue on surfaces
No need to wash dishes, clothes, or linens
No need to wipe counters or furniture
Home is ready to use immediately after clearance
Typically 24-72 hours after tenting begins.
Usually late afternoon/evening of Day 3
We call/text when clearance is issued
Re-entry notice posted on front door
Can return immediately after clearance
Fumigation eliminates current infestation but does NOT create barrier.
Kills 100% of existing drywood termites
Does not prevent new colonies from entering later
New termites can fly in through gaps, cracks
Prevention: seal entry points, annual inspections
Warranty: Typically 1-2 years (if structural repairs done)
