Fleas Control
Colebee

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Fleas are small wingless jumping insect which feeds on the blood of dogs or cats. It sometimes transmits disease through its bite, including plague and myxomatosis. When a flea jumps on your pet, it will start feeding within 5 minutes and might suck blood for up to two and 1/2 hours. There are tips and observation we ought to do on how to identify signs if your pet undergoing 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:

• Can you see fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They’re commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your canine or the head and neck of your cat. These are the regions which might be concentrated and where you could see symptoms of flea hobby.
• Carefully look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which resembles ground black pepper – 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 possibility that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

Actually, there are many ways you can get rid of fleas once you catch sight of them. But if they keep coming back, then that is a sign you have to completely remove them through pet control services. 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 provide the most suitable and effective solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets at home is definitely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but sometimes 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 get pests that they unknowingly bring inside our home. After this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster speed and eventually invade our humble abode.

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

Their existence does not only trigger goosebumps but also 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 may 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 they can find in your premises. 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 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 maintain a flea-free home:

Vacuum your surroundings 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 collect in matters like carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner very carefully away from the home 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 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 treatments you apply?

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to humans.

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas that have been sprayed?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. In a short amount duration, your carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Colebee

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable service for pest management. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological studies and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while delivering powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are found in your region or community.

We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with the health and wellbeing of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests both at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and provide the best method of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Colebee residential properties need annual pest control however commercial properties, due to their health and safety requirements will require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Blacktown, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we will create an annual program 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 as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control service when 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 problems you may encounter in the Colebee area.

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