- Fumigation uses gaseous pesticides to penetrate and treat entire enclosed spaces, eliminating a broad spectrum of pest insects and stored product pests simultaneously.
- It is the most comprehensive pest control treatment available, used for severe infestations, food facilities, grain stores, imported goods, and void spaces.
- Methyl bromide, aluminium phosphide, and sulfuryl fluoride are among the fumigants used depending on the application and regulatory requirements.
- Fumigation requires full evacuation of the premises and stringent safety protocols managed by certified fumigation technicians.
- Post-fumigation ventilation and clearance procedures must be completed before premises are reoccupied.
- Bestcare Facilities Management provides certified professional fumigation services for residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Nairobi and Kenya.
Fumigation is the most powerful weapon in the professional pest management arsenal. Unlike surface spray treatments that address pest activity on visible surfaces, fumigation fills an entire enclosed space with a toxic gas that penetrates into every crack, crevice, wall void, furniture joint, and packaging layer — killing all life stages of target pests, including eggs, larvae, nymphs, and adults. This makes fumigation the treatment of choice for severe multi-pest infestations, stored product pest outbreaks in grain facilities and food warehouses, drywood termite infestations in enclosed timber structures, and mandatory phytosanitary treatments for internationally traded commodities.
In Kenya, fumigation services are regulated by the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB), which oversees the registration of fumigants and the licensing of fumigation operators. Only licensed, trained technicians may handle and apply fumigants, reflecting the serious safety requirements associated with these highly toxic gases. Property owners should only engage certified fumigation service providers who adhere strictly to established safety protocols — including full premises evacuation, posting of warning signs, use of respiratory protection, and gas concentration monitoring before reoccupation.
Types of Fumigation Services
Structural Fumigation (Tent Fumigation) involves enclosing an entire building under a gas-proof tarpaulin tent and filling it with fumigant gas to treat severe drywood termite, bed bug, or multi-pest infestations throughout the structure simultaneously.
Commodity Fumigation treats containerised or warehoused goods — grain, dried foods, timber, furniture, and imported commodities — with fumigant to eliminate stored product pests and meet import/export phytosanitary requirements.
Grain Store and Silo Fumigation uses aluminium phosphide tablets to fumigate bulk grain in storage, controlling weevils, moths, beetles, and other stored product pests that cause significant post-harvest losses.
Container Fumigation treats shipping containers and their contents to eliminate pest infestations in compliance with international trade and phytosanitary regulations.
Void Space Fumigation treats subfloor voids, roof spaces, and wall cavities with fumigant gas to eliminate hidden pest populations inaccessible to surface treatments.
Estimated Cost of Fumigation Services in Kenya
| Service | Unit | Estimated Cost (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-fumigation inspection and planning | Per property | 10,000 – 30,000 |
| Structural tent fumigation (residential) | Per property | 50,000 – 200,000 |
| Commodity/container fumigation | Per container | 20,000 – 80,000 |
| Grain store fumigation | Per tonne | 500 – 2,000 |
| Void space fumigation | Per property | 20,000 – 80,000 |
| Post-fumigation clearance and certification | Per property | 8,000 – 20,000 |
| Phytosanitary fumigation certificate | Per consignment | 15,000 – 50,000 |
Note: Fumigation costs depend on premises size, pest species, fumigant type, and regulatory requirements. Contact Bestcare Facilities Management for a site-specific quotation.
Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Bestcare Facilities Management |
| Phone | 0709 004 600 |
| Address | Mpaka Plaza, Westlands, Nairobi |
| info@bestcareservices.co.ke | |
| Website | www.bestcareservices.co.ke |
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