Fleas Control
Northwood

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some distress and is constantly scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin infection 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:

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? 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 areas that are targeted and where you might 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.
• There is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

There are several things you can do to eliminate fleas if you catch the problem early enough.

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

Problems With Fleas?

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

Fleas are a common hassle in Australian Homes, particularly those with pets. You may additionally discover a hassle with fleas, even if you do not have pets if previous owners of your house had cats or dogs. Fleas can also be performed on different (particularly dairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as cows.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but as well as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will lead to skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of ailments because of the bacterial component they carry. 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 premises. 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 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 severe threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here is our to-do list 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 get rid of 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 carefully away from the home because the fleas will nevertheless still be alive.

Groom your pets frequently 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 ought to speak for your vet. They can suggest the best flea sprays or powders to use to deal with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the products you employ?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. We can assure you that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

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

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas sprayed?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. After a brief period in time carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Northwood

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the insects that are most commonly found in your region or community.

We specialize in the development of efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed 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 both at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and provide the best methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Northwood residential properties will require annual pest management services but commercial premises, due to their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control Lane Cove, after an initial examination and treatment, we will arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments 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.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we have the tools to deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter in the Northwood area.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and individual treatments) from returning to your home.