Flea infestations are common in homes, particularly in households with pets. However, previous occupants’ pets can leave a lingering flea presence even without current animal companions. These parasites pose a significant concern due to their bites, which can be painful, cause itching, and potentially cause allergic rashes.
Animals may develop allergies to flea saliva, which can be an issue for pet owners. Effective Pest Solutions provides prompt and effective flea control.
- Prompt response to all pest and flea control queries
- Local pest exterminators trained to the highest standards
- Guaranteed removal of adult fleas, flea larvae and eggs.
Book a flea control appointment now at 07951 228 778.
Do you have fleas?
Identifying a flea infestation in your home or workplace involves observing several key signs. Fleas, as parasites, need blood meals to reproduce, resulting in these bites. Signs of a flea infestation include:
- Flea bites on humans or animals
- Pets scratching
- Seeing fleas – they are around 1mm but can sometimes be spotted if you look carefully
- Flea dirt – small, brown flecks that appear on home furnishings or animals
As well as living in the fur of pets, fleas thrive in various locations, including bedding, carpets, and upholstered furniture. They are very resilient and can survive for extended periods without food.
Our team can effectively eliminate fleas and their eggs. Because fleas have a complex life cycle, standard cleaning methods often prove insufficient. Specialist treatments are crucial for complete eradication, addressing adult fleas and their hidden eggs, ensuring a thorough and lasting solution.
How do we remove fleas?
Effective flea eradication can be completed using two main methods: chemical treatments or heat treatments. Both approaches offer guaranteed results, though their timelines and processes differ.
Heat treatment ensures same-day eradication and provides immediate relief. Chemical treatments involve applying a potent residual chemical via spraying or fogging in affected areas. This method swiftly eliminates active fleas present during the treatment. The residual nature of the chemical ensures continued effectiveness, targeting dormant fleas as they emerge and newly hatched eggs.
We can discuss the options with you and provide recommendations.
FAQs about Flea Removal
One of the best ways to prevent fleas is to groom your pets regularly. Regularly inspect their fur for flea eggs or bite marks. If you detect fleas, immediately isolate the affected pet and any potentially contaminated items. For those without pets, thoroughly clean second-hand clothing, carpets, rugs, and fabric items before bringing them into your home.
Flea bites typically manifest as small, red bumps, often appearing in groups of three or four.
While human flea bites are possible, fleas don’t live on people. They primarily target pets like dogs and cats as their ideal hosts.
While vacuuming can eliminate some fleas, it’s generally insufficient to eradicate a full-blown infestation completely.
Flea eggs are translucent to white specks resembling tiny rice grains. They are often found nestled close to an animal’s skin or within contaminated bedding and upholstery. They are around 0.5mm, so they can easily be mistaken for pet dander.
Fleas pest control throughout the Home Counties
- Addlestone
- Ashtead
- Balham
- Banstead
- Barnes
- Battersea
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- Fulham
- Dulwich
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- Erith
- Ewell
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- Godstone
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- Horsley
- Kenley
- Kennington
- Keston
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- Leatherhead
- Merton
- Mitcham
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- Oxted
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