Fleas Control
Lane Cove West

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog seems to be in a few pains and is constantly scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin disease or should 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:

• Can you spot fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They are commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas that are targeted and where you might 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’s flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

Actually, there are many ways you can get rid of fleas as soon as you catch sight of them. However, if they keep coming back, then that is a sign you have to completely remove them through pet control services. Our certified technicians know exactly what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas.

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

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets at 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 that our fur pets can acquire pests they unknowingly bring inside our dwelling. Once this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster speed and eventually invade our humble abode.

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

Their presence does not only trigger goosebumps but also the fear of being bitten by these pestering parasites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an embarrassing itching or reactive rash. Your pets could also develop allergies to the flea saliva.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can drink 15 times their own weight per day. Their larvae feed from human or pet dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris that they can find in your property. You will often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs can also spread throughout your entire property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and flooring. Larvae often lurk deep within the carpet fabric or in convenient hardwood flooring crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Vacuum your surroundings and out-of-reach areas – rugs, furnishings, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furniture. This will not only eliminate adult fleas but also their eggs and larvae. The larvae feed adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in matters like carpets and rugs. 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 living .

Groom your pets regularly with a flea comb and wash their beds every week (ideally 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

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you use?

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to humans.

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

This is only of concern if the spray areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. In a short amount duration, your water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Lane Cove West

Do you need the most effective Pest management Lane Cove West services that are economical and effective? Do you want a service that you can trust? Do you need pest control that lasts and that will be an investment for cost? Do you prefer to work with professionals who are skilled and knowledgeable? Do you want eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control solutions?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the insects that are most commonly present in your local area or your community.

We are a specialist in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed in a way that puts the health and well-being of your family being our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, 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

A majority of homes need annual pest control services but commercial buildings due to safety and health regulations, need far more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination and treatment, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another benefit we offer is visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the Lane Cove West area.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and unique treatment) from coming back to your home.