Fleas Control
Hurlstone Park

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some discomfort and is continually scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin infection 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:

• They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas that are targeted and where you could see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully have a look at your pet’s skin for pleasant 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’s a possibility that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

There are numerous reasons you can do to take away fleas in the event you spot the issue early enough.

If the fleas keep returning , or you need to make certain that there is complete removal, just get in contact with our experts. Our certified technicians recognise exactly what to do in terms of eliminating fleas. They know various flea species and can provide the best suitable and strong solution on your certain flea problem.

Problems With Fleas?

In as much that pets are cute, they can bring quite trouble most notably when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures unknowingly inside their homes. Once this pest gets inside, they start to nestle and breed, infesting more than 1 area of your home and impose health risk to household members and pets.

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

As parasites, the largest issue with regard to the presence of fleas in your 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 create hypersensitive reactions to the flea saliva.

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can drink 15 times their own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris they can find 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 inside 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’s our to-do list to help you maintain a flea-free home:

Vacuum your surroundings and out-of-reach areas – rugs, 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 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 alive.

Groom your pets regularly 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 speak with your vet. They can recommend the best flea sprays or powders to use to take care of your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. We can assure you that any active component they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects on humans.

What do I do if accidently touch any of the areas sprayed?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. In a short amount in time water carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Hurlstone Park

Do you want the best Pest management Hurlstone Park services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you need a business which is trustworthy? Do you require pest control that is long-lasting and that will be an investment for money? Do you prefer to work with experts that are experienced and knowledgeable? Do you require pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control solutions?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological studies . They are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, 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 Hurlstone Park residential properties need annual pest control services however commercial properties, due to their safety and health requirements will require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Inner West, after an initial inspection and treatment, we are able to set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we have the tools to handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you might encounter in the Hurlstone Park area.

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