Fleas Control
Richmond

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some distress and is constantly 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 house:

• Can you see fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They are commonly reddish-brown and approximately 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 areas that are targeted where you might see signs of flea activity.
• In addition, in a cautious manner, look at your pet’s skin for nice black shedding. This looks like ground black pepper. Moreover, 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 is a possibility that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

Actually, there are many ways you can get rid of fleas once you catch sight of them. However, if they keep coming back, then that is a sign you have to fully remove them through pet control services. Our certified technicians know just what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas.

They understand the habits of different flea species and can offer the most appropriate and effective 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 can bring quite a bit of trouble. How? Well, we are talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented that our fur pets can get pests 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 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 cats or dogs. Fleas can also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as cows. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but also as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will result in skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite may 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 may drink 15 instances their own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded hair, skin, and some other organic debris they could find in your home. You will frequently find fleas simply snuggled on your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also unfold in your entire property, infesting your bedding, furnishings, and floors. Larvae frequently lurk deep inside the carpet material or in a convenient hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Before you do anything else, vacuum – 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 on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in things such as carpets and rugs. Eliminating this source of food is a significant step in breaking the flea life cycle.

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

Groom your pets frequently with a flea comb and wash their beds each week (preferably at 50°c or above).

If your pet is scratching or biting its fur you ought to speak for your vet. They can propose the best flea sprays or powders to use to take care of your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the products you apply?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Richmond

Do you need the most effective pest management Richmond services that are economical and effective? Do you want a company that you can trust? Do you require pest control that will last and provide an excellent value for price? Do you want to deal with experts who are experienced and well-educated? Do you want pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control solutions?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide affordable service for pest management. Additionally, we have a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed with the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and at work. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify the pest problem and provide the best method of action.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
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• Termite Reticulation Service
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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest control however commercial properties because of their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another benefit we offer is the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to perform any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we have the tools to handle all kinds of pest control problems you may encounter within the Richmond region.

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