Fleas Control
Mont Albert

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Fleas are small wingless jumping insect that feeds on the blood of cats or dogs. 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 might suck blood for up to two and 1/2 hours. There are tips and monitoring we ought to do on how to spot signs if your pet experiencing discomfort from fleas and how to eliminate these. Here are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas in home or your pets have one:

• It’s a flea when you see a reddish-brown and about 2mm long crawling in your pet’s coat.
• Assess the hindquarters of your canine or the head and neck of your cat. These are the areas which might be focused and where you could see symptoms of flea hobby.
• Carefully 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 see small, black specks.
• There is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can eliminate these nasty fleas. Our certified technicians know exactly what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas and they have a maintenance solution to generate the fleas not able to return again.

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

Problems With Fleas?

As cuddly and adorable pets can be, sometimes they can cause quite a bit of trouble without even knowing it. We talk, of course, about fleas. Using your pets as a temporary ride, they will infest your house and reproduce in an astounding rate before you even receive your first bite.

Fleas are one of the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even those without pets can nevertheless experience pest infestation especially if previous owners of your property kept cats or dogs. Fleas can also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rabbits, rats, 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 only concern but as well as their snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will 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 as well as yourself.

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

Vacuum your surroundings and out-of-reach areas – 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 adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect in matters like carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is an important 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 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 talk to 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 products you use?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they may come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to human beings.

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

This is only an issue if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your water carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Mont Albert

Do you want the best insect control Mont Albert services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a service which is trustworthy? Do you require pest control that lasts and be an investment for price? Do you wish to work with experts who are experienced and knowledgeable? Do you require pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatments?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a team of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the insects that are most commonly present in your area or community.

We are a specialist in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and well being of your family as our primary concern.

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 at home as well as in the workplace. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and recommend 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

Most Mont Albert residential properties are required to have annual pest control however commercial properties, due to their health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Eastern Suburbs, after an initial inspection and treatment, we are able to set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and homeowners alike. Another benefit we offer is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle 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 handle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues you can possibly experience within the Mont Albert region.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who require different and unique treatment) from coming back to your property.