Proper storage of food is also necessary. You must place all food into secure containers and store them in a refrigerator. Nylofume bags can also be used in sealing food. Before settling for any fumigation method, inherent risks must be fully assessed. Taking a measured approach helps in preventing deadly exposure to toxic chemicals. The type of fumigant used will determine the waiting time. Time is also critical to safety. You must wait out the period specified before returning to your home. Cat Fleas' Journey Into The Vacuum Is A 'One-way Trip' December 22, 2007 Ohio State University via www.sciencedaily.com

However, certain chemicals are preferred over others due to several reasons. One such feature includes having a residual impact or after-effects.A good flea fumigant must also have powerful active ingredients such as fipronil and permethrin. These compounds have instant effects on fleas.

Modern flea control is approached using integrated pest management (IPM) protocols at the host (pet) level. IPM is achieved by targeting fleas during at least two separate life stages, with at least two separate molecules. This is typically achieved using an adulticide to kill adult fleas and an insect development inhibitor (IDI), such as lufenuron, or insect growth regulator (IGR), such as methoprene, to prevent development of immature stages.Jacoby, David B.; Youngson, R.M. (2004). Encyclopedia of Family Health. Marshall Cavendish. p. 647. ISBN 978-0-7614-7486-9 . Retrieved 2010-04-08.