Good preparation makes fumigation safer and more effective. Whether you are treating a home, an office, a school or a restaurant, a little planning helps the treatment reach the places pests hide. This guide covers the general steps. Always follow the specific instructions your fumigation team gives you, because they depend on the treatment being used.
Before the treatment
Tell your fumigation team what you are seeing
Let the team know which pests you have noticed and where. This helps them choose the right treatment and focus on the right areas, such as kitchens, stores, bathrooms or the compound.
Plan for people and pets
- Ask whether you need to leave the property during treatment, and for how long
- Arrange somewhere for children, older relatives and anyone with breathing problems to stay if needed
- Plan where pets will go, and remember fish tanks and birds
- Ask when it will be safe to return
Protect food and kitchen items
- Store open food in sealed containers or remove it from the property
- Put plates, cups and cutlery away in closed cupboards
- Cover or store food preparation surfaces and small appliances as advised
Prepare the rooms
- Clear clutter from floors so the team can reach corners and skirting boards
- Move furniture slightly away from walls if you are asked to
- Put clothes, bedding and toys away in drawers or closed bags
- Cover or store items you use for personal care, such as toothbrushes
For offices, schools and restaurants
- Schedule fumigation for a weekend, holiday or closing time
- Let staff know the date and when the building will be available again
- Store food stock, documents and equipment as advised
- Plan a clean before reopening, especially in kitchens and classrooms
After the treatment
- Only return when your fumigation team says it is safe
- Open windows and doors to air the space, if advised
- Wipe down kitchen surfaces and dining tables before using them
- Wash dishes or utensils that were left out
- Keep an eye out for pest activity and tell your team if you notice any
Keeping pests away
After fumigation, a clean space helps keep pests from returning. Store food in sealed containers, take rubbish out regularly, fix leaking taps and keep drains clear. Regular cleaning makes a big difference, which is why many clients combine fumigation with a deep clean or move-in clean.
Book fumigation in Accra
Dromo Cleaning Services provides professional fumigation and pest control for homes, offices, schools, restaurants and warehouses across Greater Accra. We explain how to prepare before we arrive and tell you when it is safe to return. Request a free quote or call or WhatsApp us on 024 405 6171.