Fleas Control
Lane Cove North

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in a few pains and is constantly scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin disease or if it be fleas feeding? But what do fleas appear like? Before you are taking your pet to the vet, there are a few approaches to check if you have fleas within the home:

• They are normally reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Assess the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas that are targeted and where you could see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which looks like ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to see small, black specks.
• There is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can eliminate these nasty fleas. Our certified technicians know just what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas and they have a maintenance solution to make the fleas unable to come back again.

They understand the habits of different flea species and can provide the most appropriate and effective solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets in home is definitely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but sometimes they could bring quite a bit of trouble. How? Well, we are talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented our fur pets can get pests they unknowingly bring inside our home. Once this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster rate and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are among the most common pest problems that Australian homes encounter. Even people without pets can nevertheless experience pest infestation especially if previous owners of your property kept dogs or cats. Fleas can also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the only concern but also as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to lead to skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite may also transmit a surprising number of ailments because of the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can consume 15 times their own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris that they can find in your premises. You will often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs can also spread throughout your whole property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and flooring. Larvae often lurk deep inside the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s difficult to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance to pets and for us not a severe threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here’s our to-do listing to help you maintain a flea-free home:

Vacuum your environment and out-of-reach areas – carpets, furnishings, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furniture. This will not only eliminate adult fleas but also their eggs and larvae. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in matters like carpets and rugs. Eliminating this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner really carefully away from the home because the fleas will still be alive.

Groom your pets frequently with a flea comb and wash their beds every week (preferably at 50°c or above).

If your pet is scratching or biting its fur you should speak with your vet. They can recommend the best flea sprays or powders to use to treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatment you employ?

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been sprayed?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you are able to. In a short amount in time water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and won’t cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Lane Cove North

Do you need the most effective insect removal Lane Cove North services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you need a business that is reliable? Do you want pest control that is long-lasting and that will be an investment for price? Do you want to deal with experts who are experienced and well-educated? Do you want eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control treatments?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to offer affordable pest control services. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with ways to identify pests and insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
• Free Advice, Free Phone Quote
• Termite Reticulation Service
• Residential & Commercial Services
• Council Certificates
• Saturday Work – No Extra Charge
• Termite Service Pre-Construction
• Packages saving you money to treat up to 15 pests

Commercial & Residential Services

Most Lane Cove North residential properties need annual pest management services but commercial premises because of their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination and treatment, we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to provide any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are fully equipped to expertly deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you may encounter in the area of Lane Cove North.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and unique treatments) from returning to your property.