Fleas Control
Richmond

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 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 normally 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 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 is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can get rid of 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 unable to return again.

If the fleas return, or you want to ensure complete elimination, just contact our experts. Our certified technicians know precisely what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas. They understand the habits of different flea species and can offer the most appropriate and efficient solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

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

Fleas are one of the most common pest problems that Australian homes encounter. Even those without pets can still experience pest infestation especially when previous owners of your property kept cats or dogs. Fleas can also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

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 will result in skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of diseases due to the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

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 that 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 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 to pets and for us not a serious threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here is our to-do list to help you maintain a flea-free home:

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 matters such as carpets and rugs. Eliminating this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

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

Groom your pets frequently 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 treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you use?

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

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

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. After a relatively short period in time water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control Richmond

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are found in your region or community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family being our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate methods of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties will require annual pest control however commercial properties, due to their safety and health requirements will require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Eastern Suburbs, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can create an annual program for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly handle every one of the many kinds of pest control problems you may encounter in the Richmond area.

We’ll offer you an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and unique treatment) from coming back to your property.