Fleas Control
Cranebrook

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 disease 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 to your pet’s coat? They’re commonly reddish-brown and approximately 2mm long.
• Assess 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 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 is a risk that your pet is experiencing flea feeding.

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 unable to come back again.

If the fleas return, or you want to ensure complete removal, 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 provide the most appropriate and effective solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

Having pets in home is definitely fun most especially those with fluffy furs, but occasionally they could 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. Once this creepy crawler gets inside, they infest and reproduce at a faster speed and eventually invade our humble abode.

Fleas are among 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 cows. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but as well as their snacks. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin is going to result in skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite may also transmit a surprising number of ailments because of the bacterial component they carry. 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 find in your property. 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 to pets and for us not a serious threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

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

Vacuum your environment and out-of-reach areas – 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 collect in things 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 home because the fleas will still be living .

Groom your pets often with a flea comb and wash their beds every week (preferably 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 treatments you use?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you possibly can. In a short amount of time, the water carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Cranebrook

Do you want the top insect control Cranebrook services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you want a company that you can trust? Do you want pest control that will last and be an excellent value for price? Do you prefer to work with experts who are experienced and well-educated? Do you want pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatment?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological studies . They are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that are created to have a minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or your community.

We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family being our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home as well as at work. We are equipped and well-trained to identify the pest problem and recommend appropriate 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 Cranebrook residential properties are required to have annual pest control services however commercial properties because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent visits.

In Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial examination as well as treatment we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they have the tools to handle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you can possibly experience in the Cranebrook area.

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