Fleas Control
Balmain

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 infection or if it be fleas feeding? But what do fleas appear like? Before you are taking your pet to the vet, there are a few approaches to check if you have fleas within the home:

• Can you see fleas crawling to your pet’s coat? They’re commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Assess the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas that are targeted and where you might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully examine 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 risk that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

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

They understand the customs 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 sometimes 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 home. Once this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster rate and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are among the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even those without pets can nevertheless experience pest infestation particularly if previous owners of your house kept dogs or cats. Fleas can also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as cows. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable on the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but also as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to result in skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of ailments because of the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can drink 15 times their own weight daily. Their larvae feed from human or pet dandruff, discarded hair, skin, and some other organic debris 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 listing 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 things like carpets and carpeting. Removing this source of food is a significant step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner very carefully away from the house because the fleas will 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 ought to talk for your vet. They can suggest 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 products you apply?

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Balmain

Do you want the best insect control Balmain services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a company that you can trust? Do you need pest control that is long-lasting and be an investment for money? Do you wish to work with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you want environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control treatment?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have a staff of licensed pest control experts that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the species of pests that are found in your region or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed 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 tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and at work. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate method 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

Most Balmain residential properties need annual pest control but commercial premises because of their safety and health requirements require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination and treatment, we will set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you can possibly experience within the Balmain region.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and specific treatment) from coming back to your home.