Fleas Control
Northwood

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog seems to be in some discomfort and may see them scratching their fur. This happens if your pets are experiencing fleas infestation. They have these insect buried within their furs. However, what do fleas look like? It is better to check your furry friend to the vet; hence, there are some of the findings you may check if you have fleas in the house:

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? They are normally reddish-brown and about 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 resembles 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.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can get rid of these nasty fleas. Our certified technicians know exactly what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas and they have a maintenance solution to make the fleas not able to come back again.

They understand the habits of different flea species and can offer 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 occasionally they could bring quite a bit of trouble. How? Well, we’re talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented that our fur pets can get pests that 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 one of the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even people without pets can nevertheless experience pest infestation especially 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 only concern but also as their snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to result in 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 drink 15 times their own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris they can see in your property. 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 within the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s not easy to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance to pets and for us not a serious threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here’s our to-do listing to help you keep 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 get rid of 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. Eliminating this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

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

Groom your pets often with a flea comb and wash their beds each 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 take care of your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you use?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, whether it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects on humans.

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas spray?

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Northwood

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable service for pest management. We also have a staff of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological studies . They are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your area or community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and well-being of your family as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs at home and in the workplace. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Northwood residential properties need annual pest control but commercial premises, due to their safety and health requirements require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively handle all kinds of pest control issues you may encounter in the area of Northwood.

We will provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and specific treatment) from returning to your home.