The best way to handle bed bug fumigation preparation is to take a proactive approach. You can do this by asking the exterminator for advice and preparation checklist. We’ve reviewed what you should pack and how you should prepare your house on the day of application. Fumigation is preparation for pest control professionals designed to rid target area of all forms of insect life. It’s doesn’t only focus on bed bugs, but you’re more at risk of being exposed to pesticide while they’re fumigating because the chemicals are in a sealed space. When the team arrives to prepare the property, it’s easy to get distracted and forget about some basic preparations. This guide will help prepare you for fumigation so you can reduce chances of illness or injury from the chemicals.

Bed Bug Fumigation Preparation

Use a specialized mattress and pillow cover

When it comes to bed bug fumigation preparation, one important thing you can do is use a specialized mattress and pillow cover.

The reason for this is simple: the gas that’s used in fumigation can’t penetrate plastic. This means that if you have plastic covers on your mattresses and pillows, the bugs won’t be killed by the fumigation process—and they’ll simply hide there instead!

You can find these covers at most hardware stores or online retailers such as Amazon. They’re generally cheap (under $10), so it’s worth buying several sets in case of damage during treatment.

Clean your home and move all items away from the walls

• Clean your home and move all items away from the walls.
• Get rid of clutter, including tucked away bags and boxes and other unneeded items.
• Clean all surfaces in your home, including floors and countertops.
• Move items away from the walls so that the fumigation can reach them as well (i.e., if you have a shelf above a wall, remove it). If you want to keep it up during the fumigation process, make sure you put some sort of protective covering on it beforehand so that no fumes get trapped inside. You can also take down curtains or any other items hanging from the wall; just remember to put them back up once everything is done!
• Remove any items on the floor (except for throw rugs), as well as rugs or carpets if they’re washable—the more space there is between furniture pieces and walls, furniture legs/feet etc., better circulation means less potential for exposure risk from bugs hiding out in those places! This includes cabinets too: empty everything out before beginning work because even tiny nooks/crannies count here since bed bugs may hide at different heights within them depending on how much clean space there is surrounding said area(s) where they could potentially hide themselves away safely without needing too much distance between themselves and nearby surfaces like ceilings above etcetera ….. They’ll still try almost anything first before resorting  to crawling onto someone’s clothing when necessary but luckily this isn’t often enough unless someone’s really been neglectful about keeping things sanitized regularly throughout their lives thus far.”

Protect all electronics with plastic covers

• Use a plastic cover that is large enough to completely cover the entire electronic item.
• Tie it around the electronic with a drawstring or elastic band to secure it in place.
• Make sure not to allow any part of the covering to touch the ground as this could cause damage when you bring your items back in after fumigation.

Cover all fish tanks with plastic and remove water filters

• Cover all fish tanks with plastic and remove water filters
• Replace water filter with air pump
• Do not put the plastic directly on top of the fish tank. Leave a few inches of air space between the top of your fish tank and the plastic to allow for oxygen.

Put breakable items in black trash bags

Black trash bags are the best choice for storing breakable items. Plastic bags can puncture and rip, making them unsuitable for use in a fumigation environment.

To secure your breakable items in black trash bags:

• Place the item on top of a plastic drop cloth or other tarp and cover it with a second layer of plastic drop cloth.
• Secure both layers together with duct tape, then use more duct tape to seal the opening around the black garbage bag so it does not come loose during transport.

Unplug all appliances

If you are hosting a fumigation, it is important that you unplug all of your appliances. This includes microwaves, televisions, air conditioners and refrigerators. It also includes any heating elements such as electric stoves or water heaters.

Turn off the gas to your stove top so that no gas leaks into the atmosphere during the fumigation process.

Turn off the water supply to your house so that there aren’t any leaks during this time period either.

Finally, turn off electricity at least 24 hours before coming back inside after fumigation has been completed so that no wires come in contact with any chemicals used by pest control technicians while they’re doing their work!

Store all silverware, medicine, and food in black trash bags

When preparing for bed bug fumigation, store all silverware and medicine in black trash bags. Store the bags in a room that is not being fumigated.

Do not use clear plastic bags or containers to store food or medicine before bed bug fumigation. The fumes can build up in these items, so they should be stored in sealed black trash bags instead.

Do not put food or medicine in the refrigerator during this time period because it will absorb the gases from the pesticide which could cause damage to your refrigerator over time. Also, do not put any of these items into your freezer because they may absorb some of the insecticides into their surfaces as well and could possibly contaminate other foods once thawed out again later on down the road!

Following these steps will help ensure you are prepared for your bed bug fumigation

Fumigation is a process where chemicals are sprayed into your home, both inside and out. These chemicals are designed to kill any bed bugs that may be present in your home. Fumigation is the safest, most effective way of treating for bed bugs, but it’s important to be prepared for fumigation before you start treatment. This preparation can help ensure that your fumigation is as successful as possible.

• Clear out space in your house where you’d like to keep belongings during fumigation (i.e., pack away clothing and other belongings)
• If a family member has bedbugs or allergies, make sure they leave the area until the end of treatment