Fleas Control
Lane Cove

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some distress and is constantly scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin disease or could it be fleas feeding? But what do fleas look like? Before you take your pet to the vet, there are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas in the house:

• Can you spot fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They’re commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your dog 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 take a look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which resembles ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to look small, black specks.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there’s a risk that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

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 not able to return again.

They understand the customs of different flea species and can provide the most suitable and effective solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

As cuddly and adorable pets can be, sometimes they can cause quite a bit of trouble without even knowing it. We talk, of course, about fleas. Together with your pets as a temporary ride, they will infest your house and reproduce in an astounding rate before you receive your first bite.

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

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but also as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will result in skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of ailments due to the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health as well as yourself.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can drink 15 instances their very own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, lost skin, hair, and a few other organic debris that they could find in your home. You will frequently find fleas simply snuggled on your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also unfold in your entire property, infesting your bedding, furnishings, and floors. Larvae frequently lurk deep within the carpet material or within a convenient hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Before you do anything else, vacuum – 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 accumulate in things like carpets and carpeting. Removing this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

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

Groom your pets regularly with a flea comb and wash their beds each week (ideally at 50°c or above).

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. After a brief period of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Lane Cove

Do you want the best insect removal Lane Cove services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a company that you can trust? Do you require pest control that is long-lasting and that will be a service that is value for cost? Do you wish to work with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you require environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control solutions?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide affordable service for pest management. Additionally, we have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the species of pests that are found in your region or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as at work. We are equipped and well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best 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 residential properties need annual pest control services but commercial buildings, due to their safety and health requirements will require more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you can possibly experience within the Lane Cove region.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and unique treatments) from returning to your home.