Fleas Control
Queenscliff

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in a couple of pains and is constantly scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin disease or should it be fleas feeding? But what do fleas appear like? Before you are taking your pet to the vet, there are a couple of approaches to check if you have fleas within the home:

• They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your puppy 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 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 risk that your pet is experiencing 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 make the fleas unable to come back 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 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 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 one of the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even those without pets can nevertheless experience pest infestation particularly if previous owners of your property 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 on the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the greatest concern about the existence 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 could also develop allergies to the flea saliva.

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can consume 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 difficult to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance for pets and for us not a serious threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Before you do anything else, vacuum – carpets, furniture, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furnishings. This won’t only eliminate adult fleas but also their eggs and larvae, as well. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and different organic thing, 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 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 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 treatments you use?

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Queenscliff

Do you want the top insect control Queenscliff services that are economical and effective? Do you need a business which is trustworthy? Do you want pest control that will last and that will be a service that is value for money? Do you want to deal with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you want pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatment?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. Our results are amazing because we are aware of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed to ensure the health and well-being of your family being our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs both at home and in the work place. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate course of action.

• 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 control services however commercial properties, due to their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we will create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and homeowners alike. Another great feature we can offer is visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the area of Queenscliff.

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