Fleas Control
Kurnell

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog seems to be in a couple of pains and is continually scratching or biting their fur. Is it a skin disease or if it be fleas feeding? But what do fleas appear like? Before you’re taking your pet to the vet, there are a few approaches to check if you have fleas inside the home:

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Check the hindquarters of your puppy 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 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 eliminate fleas if you catch the problem early enough.

They understand the habits of different flea species and can provide the most appropriate and effective solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets at home is definitely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but occasionally they could 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 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 actually a common pest problem in Australian homes. Even those with pets, homeowners can still experience the nuisance of these pests. It’s not only our cats and dogs 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 existence 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 can 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 premises. You will often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs can also spread throughout your entire property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and flooring. Larvae often lurk deep inside the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s difficult to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance for pets and for us not a serious threat to anyone’s health.

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 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 a significant step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner carefully away from the home because the fleas will nonetheless still be alive.

Groom your pets regularly with a flea comb and wash their beds each 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 treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you apply?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to humans.

What do I do if happen to touch one of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you possibly can. After a brief period of time, the water 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 surface.

Pest Control Kurnell

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. We also have a staff of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive 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 strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family being our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to deal with pests and bugs both at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and provide the best method of treatment.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
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• Termite Reticulation Service
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• Termite Service Pre-Construction
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Commercial & Residential Services

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

We at Local Pest Control Cronulla, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another great feature we can offer is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

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

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