Fleas Control
Oxley Park

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 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:

• It is a flea when you see a reddish-brown and about 2mm long crawling in your pet’s coat.
• Check the hindquarters of your puppy or the head and neck of your cat. These are the regions that are targeted and where you could 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.
• There’s 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 make the fleas unable to return again.

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?

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

Fleas are a common problem in Australian homes, particularly those with pets. You will detect a problem with fleas even if you don’t have pets, if previous owners of your house kept cats or dogs. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) creatures like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as cows.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the sole concern but also as their bites. Although these are not painful, its effects on your skin will lead to skin allergies and swelling. Fleas bite can also transmit a surprising number of diseases because of the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

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

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here is our to-do list 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 accumulate in matters like carpets and rugs. Eliminating this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum purifier attentively away from the house because the fleas will nonetheless 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 talk to your vet. They can recommend the best flea sprays or powders to use to treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you employ?

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to human beings.

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas sprayed?

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Oxley Park

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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 that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive because we know and understand the insects that are most commonly present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family being our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and provide tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate course of action.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
• Free Advice, Free Phone Quote
• Termite Reticulation Service
• Residential & Commercial Services
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• Packages saving you money to treat up to 15 pests

Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties need annual pest control services but commercial buildings, due to their health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control St Marys, after an initial examination and treatment, we can set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another benefit we offer is visiting your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to provide any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

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

We will provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective service to prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and unique treatment) from returning to your property.