Termite Control Case Studies

Whole-structure drywood termite fumigation in sensitive structures

Planning for drywood termite fumigation helps ensure success. Explore two sensitive fumigation cases: one in a 50-year-old California church, which involved carefully tarping a 90-foot steeple; the other in a Ronald McDonald house, the temporary residence for families of seriously ill children. Learn how local fumigators successfully eliminated the drywood termites, while maintaining the integrity of the church steeple and minimizing the disruption to families.

See how it was done.

Preserving Hawaiian history by eliminating termites

Tackling unusually shaped structures poses interesting challenges for fumigators. See how two Hawaiian icons became termite-free. The first was Hokule’a, a full-scale replica of a wooden ancient voyaging canoe. Because of its historical significance, Dow AgroSciences donated the Vikane^® gas fumigant and the local contractor donated its services to ensure a successful fumigation.

The second historical structure was Honolulu’s Waikiki Shell, a dome-shaped outdoor concert hall—home of the Kodak Hula Show, a 70-year-old tradition. Local contractors had only three days to plan and execute the fumigation. See how they overcame challenges, like the dome’s unique shape and strong tropical winds, while keeping the crew safe—and, of course, successfully eliminating the drywood termites.

Learn more about fumigating unusual structures.

Drywood termites stand trial over courthouse infestation

When drywood termites started attacking a 94-year-old Florida courthouse, local fumigators using Vikane were called in to exterminate the problem. Extra safety precautions were taken, from changing the codes of employees’ key cards to posting guards outside the building during fumigation. Learn the techniques used in this successful project to measure the amount of fumigant and to protect the historical features of the building and the plantings around the courthouse.

Learn more about the termites’ last stand at the courthouse.

Bed Bug Control Case Studies

Good night, sleep tight – don’t let the bed bugs bite!

When this suburban family first started noticing an annoying itchy rash, they thought they just needed some R&R. But when the condition returned when they got home from their vacation, they knew something was wrong. During a late-night check on her children, the mother found the culprits – feeding on her children as they slept.

Read about how this family bit bed bugs back.

Bed bug nightmare for condos becomes dream-come-true

In a case study published by Pest Control Technology Online, the owners of a two-condo unit found their do-it-yourself approach to bed bug control keeping them up at night. After a professional inspection confirmed that the pests had taken over the structure, it was time to call out the big guns. Using a complex 7-step process, including fumigation with Vikane, Bed Bugs and Beyond pest controllers put a stop to the nightmare.

Read the PCT Online article about the steps for eliminating a major infestation.

Vikane^® gas fumigant used successfully in one of the largest structures ever fumigated for bed bugs

The main attraction at a 4.5 million square foot Hawaiian hotel wasn’t the surf or swimsuits—it was the bed bugs. Given the scale of this job, 80 massive tarps, extensive education of the hotel staff, and extra safety precautions were necessary. Learn about how local fumigators using Vikane successfully eliminated the bed bugs.

Learn more about prepping for bed bug projects. 

Eliminating bed bugs in a multi-unit apartment building

Bed bugs are challenging to eliminate—especially when you add the logistic complexities of a multi-unit apartment building. But with the experience of Dow AgroSciences-trained fumigators, this tough case transformed into success. See how local fumigators tackled this complex job, including notifying residents, using a tape-and-seal method rather than tarping to avoid calling attention to the pest control operation, and posting safety notices on all units to keep people away, before introducing the proper levels of fumigant to the building.

Learn more about eliminating bed bugs—and how to prepare for fumigation.