Fleas Control
Avalon Beach

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears 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 house:

• Can you see 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 have a look at your pet’s skin for pleasant black droppings which looks like ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to look small, black specks.
• There’s 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 customs 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 quite trouble most notably when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures unknowingly inside their houses. After this pest gets inside, they start to nestle and breed, infesting more than 1 area of your home and impose health risk to family members and pets.

Fleas are a common problem in Australian homes, particularly those with pets. You may discover a problem with fleas even if you don’t have pets, if previous owners of your house kept cats or dogs. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) creatures like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as cows.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but also as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to result in skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of ailments because of the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health as well as yourself.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can drink 15 times their own weight daily. Their larvae feed from pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and some other organic debris that they can find in your property. You may often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also spread throughout your entire property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and floors. Larvae often lurk deep inside the carpet fabric or in handy hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here are our sure ways to help you keep 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 accumulate in matters 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 each week (ideally 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

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you employ?

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they may come into contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to humans.

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Avalon Beach

Do you want the best pest removal Avalon Beach services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a company that is reliable? Do you require pest control that is long-lasting and provide an excellent value for money? Do you want to deal with experts who are experienced and experienced? Do you need environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control treatment?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable pest control services. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having strong control results on 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 new and cost-effective 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 well-being of your family as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify the pest problem and provide the best 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

A majority of homes need annual pest management services however commercial properties because of their safety and health regulations will require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial examination and treatment, we will set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we are equipped to effectively handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you might encounter in the area of Avalon Beach.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and specific treatment) from returning to your property.