Fleas Control
Mona Vale

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some distress and might see them scratching their fur. This occurs when your pets are experiencing fleas infestation. They have these insect buried within their furs. However, what do fleas look like? It is better to check your furry friend to the vet; hence, there are some of the findings you may 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.
• 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 take a look at your pet’s skin for pleasant black droppings which resembles ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to look small, black specks.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there is a risk that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

There are several things you can do to get rid of fleas if you catch the problem early enough.

They understand the habits of different flea species and can provide the most suitable and effective 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. Together with 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 a common problem in Australian homes, especially those with pets. You will detect a problem with fleas even if you don’t have pets, if previous owners of your property kept cats or dogs. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as cows.

As parasites, the greatest concern about the presence of fleas in your home or business comes from their bites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an uncomfortable itch or reactive rash. Your pets may also develop allergies to the flea saliva.

Adult fleas feed on mammal blood and can drink 15 instances their own weight each day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, lost hair, skin, and a few other organic debris that they could find in your dwelling. You will regularly find fleas simply snuggled on your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also unfold in your whole property, infesting your bedding, furnishings, and floors. Larvae frequently lurk deep inside the carpet material or in a convenient hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Before you do anything else, vacuum – 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 on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which collect 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 really carefully away from the house because the fleas will still be alive.

Groom your pets regularly with a flea comb and wash their beds weekly (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

Will my household pets be affected by the products you employ?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

This is only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you can. After a relatively short period of time, the water carrier tap water has evaporated and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Mona Vale

Do you want the best pest management Mona Vale services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a company that is reliable? Do you need pest control that will last and provide an investment for price? Do you wish to work with professionals who are skilled and knowledgeable? Do you need pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatments?

We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have 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 created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or community.

We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed with the health and well-being of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs both at home and at work. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and suggest the appropriate methods of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Mona Vale residential properties will require annual pest management services however commercial properties, due to their safety and health regulations will require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we are able to create an annual program for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity the opportunity to visit your property 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 are equipped to effectively handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you can possibly experience within the Mona Vale region.

We’ll offer you an efficient, courteous and cost-effective solution that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and individual treatment) from returning to your property.