Fleas Control
Northern Beaches

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some distress and might see them scratching their fur. This occurs when your pets are experiencing fleas infestation. They have these pest buried within their furs. However, what do fleas look like? It’s better to check your furry friend to the vet; hence, there are a few of the findings you may check if you have fleas in the home:

• It’s a flea when you see a reddish-brown and about 2mm long crawling on your pet’s coat.
• Check 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 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.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there is a risk that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

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

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?

Having pets in home is surely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but occasionally they can bring quite a bit of trouble. How? Well, we’re talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented our fur pets can get pests that they unknowingly bring inside our dwelling. Once this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster speed and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are one of the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even those without pets can still experience pest infestation especially if previous owners of your property kept cats or dogs. 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 on the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the only concern but as well as their snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to 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 as well as yourself.

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

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Vacuum your environment and out-of-reach areas – rugs, furnishings, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furniture. This will not only eliminate adult fleas but also their eggs and larvae. The larvae feed adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in things 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 frequently with a flea comb and wash their beds every 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

Will my household pets be affected by the treatments you use?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas sprayed?

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you are able to. In a short amount duration, your carrier tap water has evaporated and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Northern Beaches

Do you need the most effective Pest removal Northern Beaches services that are economical and effective? Do you need a business that is reliable? Do you require pest control that will last and provide an excellent value for money? Do you prefer to work with experts that are experienced and knowledgeable? Do you need pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatments?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your area or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed to ensure the health and well-being of your family being our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs both at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate 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

A majority of homes will require annual pest control services but commercial premises, due to their safety and health requirements require more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another benefit we offer is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are equipped to effectively deal with all kinds of pest control problems you might encounter in the Northern Beaches area.

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