Fleas Control
Lane Cove North

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Fleas are small wingless jumping insect which feeds on the blood of dogs or cats. It sometimes transmits disease through its bite, including plague and myxomatosis. When a flea jumps on your pet, it will start feeding within 5 minutes and might suck blood for up to 2 and 1/2 hours. There are tips and monitoring we should do on how to identify signs if your pet experiencing discomfort from fleas and how to eliminate these. Here are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas at home or your pets have one:

• Can you see fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They’re 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 resembles 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 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 generate the fleas unable 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?

In as much that pets are adorable, they can bring very trouble most especially when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures unknowingly inside their homes. After this pest gets inside, they begin 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 especially when previous owners of your house Kept cats or dogs. Fleas may 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.

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

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can drink 15 times their own weight per day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris that 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 inside the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s not easy to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance for 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:

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 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 very carefully away from the home because the fleas will still be alive.

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 talk to 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 products you use?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to human beings.

What do I do if happen to touch one of the areas that have been spray?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Lane Cove North

Do you need the most effective Pest management Lane Cove North services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a service that is reliable? Do you need pest control that is long-lasting and that will be an investment for cost? Do you prefer to work with experts who are experienced and well-educated? Do you need pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatment?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide low-cost pest control services. We also have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological studies . They are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments created to have a minimal environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive because we know and understand the species of pests that are found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed to ensure the health and well being of your family as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate method 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

Most Lane Cove North residential properties will require annual pest control services however commercial properties due to health and safety requirements will require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Lane Cove, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will 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 homeowners alike. Another great feature we can offer is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to carry out any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we have the tools to handle all kinds of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the area of Lane Cove North.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and unique treatments) from coming back to your property.