Do I need to leave my home for pest treatment?
Often not. Some treatments, like bed bug heat treatment or fumigation, need you out for several hours or longer. The company will tell you exactly what to expect.
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Often not. Some treatments, like bed bug heat treatment or fumigation, need you out for several hours or longer. The company will tell you exactly what to expect.
What to know
- Most general treatments: you can stay.
- Heat and fumigation: plan to be out.
- Ask about pets and fish tanks.
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