Fleas Control
Waverley

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Fleas are small wingless jumping insect which feeds on the blood of cats or dogs. It sometimes transmits disease through its sting, including plague and myxomatosis. If a flea jumps onto your pet, it will start feeding in 5 minutes and may suck blood for up to two and 1/2 hours. There are tips and observation we should do on how to spot signs if your pet experiencing discomfort from fleas and how to get rid of these. Here are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas at home or your pets have one:

• They are normally reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Next, check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat since largely that part is the flea’s favourite feeding and these are the regions that are targeted where you might 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.
• There is 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 habits of different flea species and can provide the most suitable and effective solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

As adorable and cuddly pets can be, sometimes they can cause quite a bit of trouble without even being aware of it. We talk, of course, about fleas. Using your pets as a temporary ride, they will infest your house and reproduce in an astounding rate before you even receive your first bite.

Fleas are a common hassle in Australian Homes, particularly those with pets. You may additionally discover a hassle with fleas, even if you do not have pets if previous owners of your home had cats or dogs. Fleas can also be performed on different (particularly dairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as cows.

As parasites, the biggest 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 embarrassing itch or reactive rash. Your pets may also create hypersensitive reactions to the flea saliva.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can beverage 15 times their own weight daily. Their larvae feed from human or pet dandruff, discarded hair, skin, and any other organic debris 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 floors. Larvae often lurk deep inside the carpet fabric or in handy hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here’s our to-do list 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 get rid of 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. Eliminating this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner really carefully away from the house because the fleas will still be alive.

Groom your pets regularly with a flea comb and wash their beds weekly (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?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places 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 that have been sprayed?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you can. After a brief period in time water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Waverley

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering powerful results for 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 specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with the health and wellbeing of your family being our main concern.

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Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the workplace. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and recommend appropriate course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest control services but commercial buildings because of their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Randwick, after an initial inspection and treatment, we are able to set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another benefit we offer is the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to provide any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you may encounter within the Waverley region.

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