Fleas Control
Five Dock

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some distress and is continually 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 home:

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Next, check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat because mostly that part is the flea’s favourite feeding and these are the regions that are targeted where you might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully look at 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.
• 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 elimination, 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 can provide the most appropriate and efficient solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets in home is definitely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but sometimes they could bring quite a bit of trouble. How? Well, we are talking about them getting fleas. Sometimes, it cannot be prevented that our fur pets can acquire pests that they unknowingly bring inside our dwelling. After this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster speed and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are in fact a common pest problem in Australian homes. Even those with 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 rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as pigs.

As parasites, the largest issue with regard to the existence of fleas in your own home or business comes from their bites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an embarrassing itch or reactive rash. Your pets may also develop hypersensitive reactions to the flea saliva.

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 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 not easy 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 are our certain ways to help you keep a flea-free house:

Vacuum your surroundings and out-of-reach areas – rugs, 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 rugs. 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 every week (preferably 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 products you use?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. We can assure you that any active component they may come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to human beings.

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

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you can. After a relatively short period duration, your carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Five Dock

Do you need the most effective insect control Five Dock services that are affordable and effective? Do you need a business that you can trust? Do you need pest control that is long-lasting and that will be an excellent value for cost? Do you prefer to work with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you require eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control treatments?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide affordable service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control experts that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with the health and well-being of your family as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the work place. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate 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 are required to have annual pest control but commercial buildings because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we can create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues you may encounter in the area of Five Dock.

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