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A treatment of Vikane® gas fumigant penetrates all voids of a home, including deep behind walls and in bedding and upholstered furniture. In contrast, an insecticide treatment may not reach deep into those areas where bedbugs live or in items that cannot be treated, such as televisions and computers. (VikaneFumigant.com)

Only licensed and trained pest control professionals can purchase and use Vikane® gas fumigant. HOWEVER, you don’t have to hire professionals to pack your stuff or load it into a sealed truck or other container: A-1 Able Pest Doctors recently launched a “D.I.Y.” rental truck fumigation program that costs about 50-60% less than hiring packers and movers.

A residential chemical treatment includes an initial chemical application, a follow up treatment at (2) weeks, and a follow up treatment at (6) weeks.

This approach is an ongoing process with an approximate effective rate of 80-85% following the initial (3) treatments. Ongoing monthly services are highly recommended when using a chemical approach. There is a good deal of preparation work that goes into preparing one’s home for this service and the success rate is highly effected by how efficiently one preps their home. Bottle of anti bed bug detergent on table in bedroom

A heat service is the process of providing a controlled application of heated air into the home not exceeding 135 degrees.

Temperatures are monitored from a remote location using wireless sensors ensuring heat levels are maintained at the lethal level.  High temperature fans move the heated air throughout the space ensuring lethal levels reach cracks and crevices and high infestation zones.  Following the heat application, technicians will also provide a chemical application in order to leave a lasting residual in place. There is good deal of preparation work that is needed for this service as well and the quality of the prep will also effect the success of the service. This service includes a 30 day follow up inspection and offers a 90-95% effective rate.