Fleas Control
Merrylands West

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog looks 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:

• Can you see fleas crawling on your pet’s coat? They are typically reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Next, check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat since mostly that part is the flea favourite feeding and these are the areas which are targeted where you might see signs of flea activity.
• 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.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there’s a possibility that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can get rid of these nasty fleas. Our certified technicians know just what to do when it comes to getting rid of fleas and they have a maintenance solution to make the fleas not able to come back again.

If the fleas keep returning back, or you need to make sure that there is complete elimination, just get in contact with our experts. Our certified technicians recognise exactly what to do in terms of eliminating fleas. They know various flea species and can provide the best suitable and strong solution on your specific flea problem.

Problems With Fleas?

In as much that pets are adorable, they can bring quite trouble most notably when they get fleas. They bring these creepy creatures unknowingly inside their houses. After this pest gets inside, they begin to nestle and breed, infesting more than one area of your house and impose health risk to household members and pets.

Fleas are one of the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even people 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 rats, rabbits, mice and livestock such as pigs. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable on the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the greatest concern about the presence of fleas in your home or business comes from their snacks. 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.

They are voracious blood drinkers and an adult flea can drink 15 times their own weight daily. On the other hand, their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, lost skin, hair, and any other organic debris that they can find in your premises. You will often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs may also spread throughout your entire property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and flooring. larvae often lurk deep within the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here’s our to-do listing to help you keep a flea-free home:

Before you do anything else, vacuum – rugs, furniture, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furnishings. This will not only eliminate adult fleas but also their eggs and larvae, as well. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and different organic matter, which collects in things like carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is a vital step in breaking the flea lifestyle cycle.

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

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 treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is very important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to human beings.

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

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. In a short amount duration, your water carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Merrylands West

Do you want the best pest control Merrylands West services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a company that you can trust? Do you require pest control that will last and be an excellent value for price? Do you wish to work with professionals who are skilled and experienced? Do you need pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatments?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the pests that are predominantly present in your area or in your community.

We are a specialist in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are designed with 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 monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests at home and in the work place. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best 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

The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest control but commercial premises due to health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Greystanes, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we offer is the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to perform any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we have the tools to deal with all kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter in the area of Merrylands West.

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