Fleas Control
West Pennant Hills

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 occurs when your pets are experiencing fleas infestation. They have these insect buried in their furs. However, what do fleas look like? It’s better to check your furry friend to the vet; hence, there are some of the findings you might check if you have fleas in the house:

• Can you spot fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They’re commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Assess the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the regions that are targeted and where you might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully examine 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.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there is a possibility that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

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

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

Problems With Fleas?

In as much that pets are adorable, they can bring quite trouble most notably when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures unknowingly inside their homes. Once this pest gets inside, they begin to nestle and strain, infesting more than 1 area of your home and impose health risk to family members and pets.

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

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

They’re voracious blood drinkers and an adult flea can drink 15 times their own weight per day. On the other hand, their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, lost hair, skin, 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 inside the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Vacuum your surroundings and out-of-reach areas – 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 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 home because the fleas will 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 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

My pets in the household will be affected by the products you use?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to human beings.

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you can. After a brief period of time, the water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control West Pennant Hills

Do you want the best Pest control West Pennant Hills services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a company which is trustworthy? Do you require pest control that is long-lasting and that will be a service that is value for money? Do you want to deal with experts that are experienced and knowledgeable? Do you require eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control treatments?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can offer affordable service for pest management. We also have a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the species of pests that are present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify the problem with pests, and provide the best methods 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

The majority of residential properties need annual pest control services but commercial buildings because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Carlingford, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to create an annual program for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you may encounter within the West Pennant Hills region.

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