Fleas Control
Dulwich Hill

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Fleas are small wingless jumping insect that feeds on the blood of dogs or cats. It sometimes transmits disease through its sting, including plague and myxomatosis. If a flea jumps on your pet, it will start feeding in 5 minutes and may suck blood for up to 2 and 1/2 hours. There are tips and monitoring we should do on how to spot signs if your pet experiencing suffering from fleas and how to get rid of these. Here are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas in home or your pets have one:

• 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 might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully have a 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 seem small, black specks.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there is a possibility that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

Actually, there are many ways you can get rid of fleas once you catch sight of them. However, if they keep coming back, then that is a sign you have to fully remove them through pet control services. Our certified technicians know just what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas.

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 adorable and cuddly pets can be, occasionally 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 house and reproduce in an astounding rate before you receive your first bite.

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 animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the only concern but also as their snacks. 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 due to the bacterial component they carry. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and may drink 15 instances their very own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, lost hair, skin, and a few other organic debris that they could find in your home. You will regularly find fleas simply snuggled on your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also unfold in your entire property, infesting your bedding, furnishings, and floors. Larvae frequently lurk deep inside the carpeting material or in a handy hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here are our sure ways to help you keep a flea-free house:

Before you do anything else, vacuum – carpets, furnishings, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furniture. This will not only eliminate adult fleas but also their eggs and larvae. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in things like carpets and carpeting. Removing this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner really carefully away from the house because the fleas will still be alive.

Groom your pets often 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 talk to 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 products you employ?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm on humans.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas spray?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you are able to. After a relatively short period in time water carrier tap water has been dissolved and won’t harm you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Dulwich Hill

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

We have a range of treatments specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your area or community.

We specialize in the development of efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and well being of your family as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home as well as at work. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best course of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest control but commercial buildings, due to their health and safety requirements will require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination and treatment, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another great feature we can offer is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we are equipped to effectively tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you may encounter in the Dulwich Hill area.

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