Fleas Control
Hassall Grove

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some distress and is constantly scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin infection 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 on your pet’s coat? 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 could 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.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there’s a risk that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

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

They understand the habits of different flea species and can provide the most suitable and effective solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

As cuddly and adorable pets can be, sometimes they can cause quite a lot of trouble without even knowing it. We speak, 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 in fact a common pest issue in Australian homes. Even those without pets, homeowners can still experience the nuisance of these pests. It is not only our dogs and cats that can harbor fleas but also other hairy animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the only concern but as well as their snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to lead to skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite may also transmit a surprising number of ailments due to the bacterial component they take. 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 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 difficult 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 is our to-do listing to help you maintain a flea-free home:

Before you do anything else, vacuum – carpets, furniture, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furnishings. This will not only eliminate adult fleas but additionally their eggs and larvae, as well. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and different organic matter, which collects in things like carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is a vital step in breaking the flea lifestyle cycle.

Empty your vacuum purifier attentively away from the house because the fleas will nevertheless 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 take care of your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you apply?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that any active component they come in contact with, either when it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to humans.

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. After a relatively short period duration, your water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Hassall Grove

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering strong control results on termite populations. Our results are impressive because we know and understand the insects that are most commonly found in your region or in your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as at work. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate method of treatment.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
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• Termite Reticulation Service
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• Council Certificates
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• Packages saving you money to treat up to 15 pests

Commercial & Residential Services

Most Hassall Grove residential properties will require annual pest management services however commercial properties due to safety and health requirements, need far more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Blacktown, 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 unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another benefit we offer is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are we are fully equipped to expertly deal with all kinds of pest control issues that you can possibly experience within the Hassall Grove region.

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