Fleas Control
Alfords Point

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Your cat or dog appears to be in some distress and is constantly 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 house:

• They are normally 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 might see signs of flea activity.
• In addition, in a careful manner, look in your pet’s skin for nice black shedding. This resembles ground black pepper. Moreover, you may use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper to see small, black specks.
• There is flea dirt on pet bedding, carpets or rugs.

The soonest you spot the infestation, the better you can eliminate 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.

They understand the customs of different flea species and can provide the most appropriate and effective solution for your specific flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

As adorable and cuddly pets can be, occasionally they can cause quite a lot of trouble without even being aware of it. We talk, 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 receive your first bite.

Fleas are actually a common pest issue in Australian homes. Even those without pets, homeowners can still experience the nuisance of these pests. It’s not only our cats and dogs that can harbor fleas but also other hairy creatures like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as pigs.

As parasites, the presence of fleas is not the only concern but also as their bites. 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 diseases due to the bacterial component they take. These diseases might affect both your pet’s health and even yourself.

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can consume 15 times their own weight per day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris that they can see in your premises. You will often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs can 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. It’s difficult to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance for pets and for us not a severe threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here are our certain ways 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 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 cleaner 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 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 treat your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you apply?

The security of your pet is very important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they might 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 apply is usually utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to humans.

What do I do if accidently touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. After a relatively short period of time, the water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Alfords Point

Do you want the top Pest removal Alfords Point services that are affordable and effective? Do you need a business that is reliable? Do you need pest control that lasts and that will be an excellent value for money? Do you prefer to work with professionals who are skilled and experienced? Do you want environmentally-friendly and pet-friendly pest control solutions?

We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and can offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies . They are certified to offer effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing strong control results on termite populations. Our results are impressive because we are aware of the pests that are predominantly present in your local area or in your community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family members as our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and suggest the appropriate method 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 however commercial properties, due to their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

We at RZ Pest Control Menai, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we have the tools to deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter in the Alfords Point area.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and individual treatments) from coming back to your home.