When termites hide deep, fumigation gets them out.
When local treatments can't reach pests in concealed wall voids, attic, or crawlspace, fumigation is typically the best option. Bite Away is the go-to San Diego company for quality fumigation without unnecessary damage to fences, foliage, or your roof.
Signs termites are inside your walls
Drywood termites enter your home through the air and stay inside the structure. They're tough to reach with local treatments alone, which is why fumigation exists. Look for these telltale signs:
- Tiny pinholes in drywall, molding, or window sashes
- "Frass" piles below the holes — termite droppings mixed with wood particles
- Termite activity in the attic, which often means they've moved down the walls
- Buckling paint, hollow-sounding wood, or sagging trim
What about subterranean termites?
Subterranean termites — or "subs" — live in the soil around your home, so fumigation alone won't reach them. We inject a liquid barrier termiticide into the soil around the perimeter to keep them from coming back.
If concrete or brick hardscape surrounds the house, we drill small holes to place the barrier and patch them with mortar when the job is done — clean and unobtrusive.
How fumigation works
Four straightforward steps from confirmation to clearance — we keep you in the loop the entire way.
1. Inspection
We confirm whether you have drywood or subterranean termites — the treatment plan depends on the species.
2. Prep & tent
Your home is tented with care to avoid unnecessary damage to fences, foliage, and the roof. We walk you through prep so the day goes smoothly.
3. Fumigate
Fumigant reaches every void in the structure to eradicate termites hiding deep in the walls, attic, and crawlspace.
4. Aerate & clear
We aerate the structure, verify safe levels, and clear the home for re-entry — then walk you through the final report.
Protect your home — and your investment
Whether it's a single-family home, RV, boat, or commercial property, our team handles fumigation start to finish.