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As Coby McConnell, founder and president of Coby’s Tentless Termite and Pest Control, I want to be straight with you, homeowner. When it comes to getting rid of termites in the Tampa and Clearwater area, tenting is an outdated and unnecessary hassle. My decades of experience have shown me that tentless termite treatments are the superior choice for a number of reasons.
First off, let’s talk about the disruption. With traditional tent fumigation, you and your family—including your pets—have to pack up and move out for days. That means finding a hotel, boarding your animals, and bagging up all your food and medicine. It’s a massive headache and an added expense. With tentless treatments, you don’t have to go anywhere. You can stay in your home, and there’s no need to bag anything up or disconnect your utilities. It’s a truly non-intrusive process that lets you get back to your life without missing a beat.
Targeted, Long-Term Protection
Some folks worry if a tentless treatment can really do the job as well as a full fumigation. I’m here to tell you that it can—and it provides a benefit that tenting can’t: long-term protection. Fumigants used in tenting are designed to kill termites on contact, but they leave no residual effect. That means your house is immediately vulnerable to re-infestation. Termites are a constant threat in Florida, and they’re always looking for a new home.
Our tentless methods, however, are all about targeted, residual treatments. We use advanced products that are injected directly into infested areas, like walls or attics, to eliminate the problem. For subterranean termites, we use baiting systems that the termites carry back to the colony, wiping out the entire nest. These methods create a barrier that continues to work, preventing new colonies from moving in and giving you peace of mind for years to come.
Safer and More Cost-Effective
Tenting a house is not a gentle process. Dragging heavy tarps over your roof can cause damage to shingles and gutters, and the chemicals used can be unsettling for many homeowners. Tentless solutions are a much safer alternative. We use products that are highly effective against termites but have a minimal impact on your living space, family, and pets. You don’t have to worry about lingering odors or harmful residues.
And let’s not forget the cost. When you add up the price of a hotel, pet boarding, and the potential for property damage, tent fumigation can get expensive fast. Tentless treatments are often more affordable upfront and save you from those associated costs and inconveniences.
I’m so confident in the effectiveness of my tentless treatments that I offer my 110% Make You Happy Or You Don’t Pay, Money Back Guarantee. You’ll be 110% happy, or you won’t pay a penny. That’s my promise. So, if you’re in the Tampa or Clearwater area and you have a termite problem, don’t mess with the tent. Give me a call, and let me help you get rid of your pests for good.
