Fleas Control
St Clair

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks to be in some discomfort and is constantly 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 home:

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Assess the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the regions that are targeted and where you might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which resembles ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to see small, black specks.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there’s a possibility 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.

If the fleas keep coming back, or you want to ensure complete removal, just contact our experts. Our certified technicians know exactly what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas. They understand the habits of different flea species and may 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 can 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 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 one of the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even those without pets can still experience pest infestation especially if previous owners of your house kept dogs or cats. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as cows. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

Their existence does not only trigger goosebumps but also the fear of getting bitten by these pestering parasites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an embarrassing itching or reactive rash. Your pets could also develop allergies 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 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 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 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 things like carpets and carpeting. 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 living .

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 ought to speak for your vet. They could suggest the best flea sprays or powders to use to deal with your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, either when it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

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

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still damp. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. After a brief period of time, the water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

Pest Control St Clair

Do you need the most effective Pest removal St Clair services that are economical and effective? Do you want a service which is trustworthy? Do you require pest control that will last and that will be an investment for money? Do you want to deal with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you require eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control solutions?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable service for pest management. We also have a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are present in your area or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control management including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are designed to ensure the health and well-being of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs both at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and provide the best methods of action.

• 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 St Clair residential properties need annual pest management services but commercial premises because of their health and safety requirements will require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Penrith, after an initial examination as well as treatment we will set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to carry out any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you may encounter in the St Clair area.

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