Fleas Control
Hoxton Park

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

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

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? They are normally reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Check 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.
• In addition, in a careful manner, look in your pet’s skin for nice black shedding. This looks like ground black pepper. Furthermore, you may 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’s a risk that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

There are several things you can do to get rid of fleas if you catch the problem early enough.

If the fleas return, or you want to ensure complete removal, just contact our specialists. Our certified technicians know precisely what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas. They understand the habits of different flea species and may provide the most appropriate and efficient solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets at home is surely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but occasionally they could 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 they unknowingly bring inside our home. After this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster rate and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are among the most common pest problems that Australian homes encounter. Even those without pets can nevertheless experience pest infestation especially when previous owners of your house kept dogs or cats. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as cows. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

Their presence does not only trigger goosebumps but as well the fear of being bitten by these pestering parasites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an embarrassing itching 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 drink 15 times their own weight per day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris that 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 whole property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and flooring. Larvae often lurk deep inside the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s not easy to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance to pets and for us not a severe threat to anyone’s health.

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 – carpets, 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 on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which accumulate in things 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 home because the fleas will still be alive.

Groom your pets regularly 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 ought to talk for your vet. They can suggest the best flea sprays or powders to use to deal with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

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

This is only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a brief period in time carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Hoxton Park

Do you want the top pest removal Hoxton Park services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a company that is reliable? Do you require pest control that will last and provide an investment for money? Do you prefer to work with professionals who are skilled and well-educated? Do you require environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control treatment?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable pest control services. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to offer effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. Our results are amazing because we are aware of the insects that are most commonly found in your region or community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed in a way that puts the health and well-being of your family members as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the work place. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and provide the best methods 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 will require annual pest control services but commercial buildings because of their health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are we have the tools to handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you may encounter within the Hoxton Park region.

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