Fleas Control
Sun Valley

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some discomfort and might see them scratching their fur. This happens if your pets are experiencing fleas infestation. They have these insect buried within their furs. But what do fleas look like? It’s better to check your pet to the vet; hence, there are some of the findings you might check if you have fleas in the home:

• They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat. These are the regions that are targeted and where you might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully take a look at your pet’s skin for pleasant black droppings which looks like ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to seem small, black specks.
• There is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

There are numerous reasons you can do to take away fleas in case you spot the problem early enough.

If the fleas keep coming back, or you want to ensure complete removal, just contact our specialists. Our certified technicians know exactly what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas. They understand the customs of different flea species and can offer the most appropriate and efficient solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

In as much that pets are cute, they can bring quite trouble most especially when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures unknowingly inside their houses. Once this pest gets inside, they begin to nestle and strain, infesting more than one area of your home and impose health risk to family members and pets.

Fleas are in fact a common pest problem in Australian homes. Even those with pets, homeowners can still experience the nuisance of these pests. It is not only our cats and dogs that can harbor fleas but also other hairy creatures like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as pigs.

Their existence 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 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 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 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 inside the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s difficult 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 eliminate adult fleas, but also their eggs and larvae. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which accumulate in matters such as carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner attentively away from the house because the fleas will nonetheless 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

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you use?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to human beings.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas spray?

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. In a short amount of time, the water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Sun Valley

Do you need the most effective Pest management Sun Valley services that are economical and effective? Do you want a service that you can trust? Do you want pest control that is long-lasting and provide an excellent value for price? Do you prefer to work with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you need environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control treatments?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide affordable pest control services. We also have a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your area or in your community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home as well as in the work place. We are equipped and 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 need annual pest control however commercial properties because of their safety and health requirements require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can offer is to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter in the area of Sun Valley.

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