Fleas Control
North Curl Curl

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some discomfort and is continually scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin disease 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:

• It is a flea when you see a reddish-brown and about 2mm long crawling in your pet’s coat.
• Assess the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas that are targeted and where you could see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which looks like 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 exactly 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 offer the most appropriate and effective solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

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

Fleas are a common problem in Australian homes, particularly those with pets. You will discover a problem with fleas even if you don’t have pets, 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.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but as well as their snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will 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 and even yourself.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can drink 15 instances their own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and a few other organic debris they could find in your dwelling. You will frequently find fleas simply snuggled on your pet’s fur. Their eggs can also unfold in your entire 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 keep a flea-free home:

Before you do anything else, vacuum – rugs, furniture, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furnishings. This won’t only eliminate adult fleas but additionally their eggs and larvae, also. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and different organic matter, which collects in things like carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is a vital step in breaking the flea lifestyle cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner very carefully away from the house because the fleas will still be living .

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 speak with your vet. They can recommend the best flea sprays or powders to use to treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you use?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, either when it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to humans.

What do I do if I accidentally touch any 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 soon as you possibly can. After a brief period of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control North Curl Curl

Do you need the most effective Pest management North Curl Curl services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a company that is reliable? Do you need pest control that will last and that will be an excellent value for price? Do you prefer to work with experts who are experienced and experienced? Do you need eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control treatment?

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

We offer a variety of treatments created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly found in your region or your community.

We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family as our main 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 as well as in the work place. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize the pest problem 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

A majority of homes are required to have annual pest management services but commercial buildings because of their safety and health requirements will require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial examination and treatment, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter within the North Curl Curl region.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective solution that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and individual treatment) from coming back to your home.