Fleas Control
Coogee

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some discomfort 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 on your pet’s coat? They are normally 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.
• Carefully examine 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.
• There’s flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

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

If the fleas return, or you want to ensure complete removal, just contact our experts. 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 may 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’re talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented our fur pets can get pests they unknowingly bring inside our home. After 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 houses encounter. Even those without pets can still experience pest infestation especially when previous owners of your property Kept cats or dogs. 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 on the disturbance caused by fleas.

Their existence does not only trigger goosebumps but also the fear of getting 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.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can beverage 15 times their own weight daily. Their larvae feed from human or pet dandruff, discarded hair, skin, and some other organic debris that they can find in your property. You may often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also spread throughout your entire property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and floors. Larvae often lurk deep within the carpet fabric or in convenient hardwood floor crevices.

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 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 things like carpets and rugs. Eliminating 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 regularly with a flea comb and wash their beds weekly (ideally at 50°c or above).

If your pet is scratching or biting its fur you ought to speak for your vet. They could propose the best flea sprays or powders to use to deal with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, either when it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you can. After a relatively short period duration, your carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Coogee

Do you want the best insect management Coogee services that are affordable and effective? Do you need a business that you can trust? Do you need pest control that lasts and that will be an excellent value for cost? Do you wish to work with professionals who are skilled and well-educated? Do you need environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control treatments?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to offer effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the species of pests that are found in your region or in your community.

We specialize in the development of innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and well-being of your family 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 at home as well as in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and provide the best course 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

A majority of homes need annual pest management services but commercial buildings due to health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Maroubra, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. 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 carry out any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter in the Coogee area.

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