Fleas Control
Stanhope Gardens

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

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

• Can you spot fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They are commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Assess the hindquarters of your puppy 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 look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which looks like 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 risk 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 an indication 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 habits of different flea species and can offer the most suitable and effective solution for your specific 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’re talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented that our fur pets can get pests they unknowingly bring inside our dwelling. Once this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster rate and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are one of the most common pest problems that Australian homes encounter. Even those without pets can still experience pest infestation particularly when previous owners of your property Kept dogs or cats. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs. 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 snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will lead to skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of diseases because of the bacterial component they carry. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can consume 15 times their own weight every 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 whole 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 for 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:

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 matters like carpets and rugs. Eliminating 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 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 talk to your vet. They can recommend the best flea sprays or powders to use to take care of your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the products you apply?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

What do I do if I happen to touch one of the areas that have been sprayed?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you can. After a brief period in time carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t harm you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Stanhope Gardens

Do you need the most effective insect management Stanhope Gardens services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a service which is trustworthy? Do you require pest control that is long-lasting and be an investment for money? Do you want to deal with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you need pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatment?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while delivering powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and well-being of your family members as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests at home as well as at work. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and recommend appropriate methods of treatment.

• 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

Most Stanhope Gardens residential properties need annual pest control but commercial buildings, due to their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Blacktown, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you may encounter in the Stanhope Gardens area.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and unique treatment) from returning to your property.