Fleas Control
Ashcroft

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 bite, 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 suffering from fleas and how to eliminate these. Here are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas at home or your pets have one:

• They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Next, check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat because mostly that part is the flea’s favourite feeding and these are the regions which are targeted in which you might see signs of flea activity.
• Assess the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas that are targeted and where you might see signs of flea activity.
• There is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can eliminate 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 unable 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?

As cuddly and adorable pets can be, occasionally they can cause quite a lot of trouble without even knowing it. We talk, of course, about fleas. Together with your pets as a temporary ride, they will infest your home and reproduce at an astounding rate before you 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 should you not have pets if previous owners of your home had cats or dogs. Fleas can also be carried on various (particularly dairy) animals like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as cows.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but as well 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 diseases because of the bacterial component they carry. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health as well as yourself.

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 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 flooring. Larvae often lurk deep within the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s not easy to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance for pets and for us not a severe threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Vacuum your surroundings and out-of-reach areas – carpets, 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. Removing 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 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

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

The security of your pet is very important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any human health issues?

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

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. After a relatively short period of time, the carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Ashcroft

Do you want the best Pest management Ashcroft services that are economical and effective? Do you want a service which is trustworthy? Do you require pest control that lasts and provide an investment for price? Do you want to deal with professionals who are skilled and knowledgeable? Do you require environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control treatment?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are present in your local area or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and well-being of your family as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home as well as at work. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate method 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

Most Ashcroft residential properties need annual pest management services however commercial properties, due to their safety and health requirements require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial examination and treatment, we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the area of Ashcroft.

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