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What is the difference between fumigation and fogging?

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Hey,

Dengue and harmful diseases are spread by insects. To tackle the problem, my housing society has decided to get the entire area fumigated. To reach this decision they read about various difference between fogging and fumigation. I will share their learnings below.

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What is the difference between fumigation and fogging?

Take a look at the table to know a clear distinction between the two. 

Fumigation 

Fogging

Property

Highly toxic gas 

Creates fog in a mixed solution of insecticide and chosen carrier.

Expert needed: 

Licenced Fumigator

Trained pest control expert

Type

Fumigants:

Phosphine gas 

Methyl Bromide gas or

Formaldehyde + potassium permanganate

Thermal Fogging :

Water based

hydrogen peroxide

silver ion

Service area

Can be released in enclosed and airtight space.

Can be carried out in an open environment. 

Health Effects 

Can cause sickness and death in extreme cases.

Low risk of adverse health effects. It is generally advised for people to stay away during the process.

Now that you know the difference between fumigation and fogging in pest control. Let me share a few similarities. 

Both methods make use of insecticide or aerosolized chemical solutions. 

The product is disbursed with the help of a smoke or fog machine in both cases.

Important Note:

Despite the differences and similarities between fogging and fumigation. You know that Fumigation is a dangerous process. It involves the use of chemicals that can have an adverse effect on people’s health. If the fumigation procedure is not conducted with proper safety precautions, it might be dangerous for you. Any exposure to the eyes and nose can cause headaches. 

I hope my explanation of the difference between fogging and fumigation is clear.

Read more: How to keep insects away from home naturally? How can pests be controlled?   

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