Fleas Control
Artarmon

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some discomfort 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 home:

• They are normally reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Assess the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat. These are the regions that are targeted and where you could see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully have a 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 seem small, black specks.
• There’s flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

In fact, 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’s 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 provide the most appropriate and effective solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

In as much that pets are cute, they can bring very trouble most notably when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures kindly within their houses. After this pest gets inside, they start to nestle and strain, infesting more than one area of your house and impose health risk to household members and pets.

Fleas are one of the most common pest problems that Australian homes encounter. Even people 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 rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the biggest issue with regard to the existence of fleas in your own home or business comes from their bites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an uncomfortable itch or reactive rash. Your pets may also create hypersensitive reactions to the flea saliva.

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

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Before you do anything else, vacuum – carpets, 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 on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in matters such as 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 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 take care of 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. We can assure you that any active component they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to humans.

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

This is only an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you can. After a relatively short period in time carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Artarmon

Do you need the most effective insect control Artarmon services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a service that is reliable? Do you require pest control that will last and provide a service that is value for money? Do you wish to work with professionals who are skilled and knowledgeable? Do you require environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control solutions?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological studies . They are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing because we know and understand the species of pests that are present in your local area or your community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and wellbeing of your family members as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests both at home and in the work place. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and provide the best course of treatment.

• 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 will require annual pest management services but commercial premises due to health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Lane Cove, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and homeowners alike. Another benefit we provide is visiting your premises using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they have the tools to tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the Artarmon area.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and specific treatment) from coming back to your property.