What happens in the termite fumigation process?
As an overview, during the first day, the property is covered with a tarp, and fans are placed inside the property to circulate the gas. Vikane gas is released inside the property. Since Vikane gas is odorless, Chloropicrin (tear gas) is added as a warning agent. Warning signs are posted around the perimeter of the tent. On the second day, the tent is removed and the Vikane gas is aired out. The third day is the certification. Using a special instrument, the level of Vikane gas is measured to make sure it is 5 parts per million or below (this represents a margin of safety – laboratory animals have been exposed to 100 parts per million for 2 weeks with no adverse effects).
