Flea
Fleas are tiny infamous pests that can make your home an itchy nightmare. Typically attaching themselves to your pets, fleas often go unseen and can spread rapidly. Fleas can live in and on not only pets, but furniture, carpets, and even people.
Fleas are tiny infamous pests that can make your home an itchy nightmare. Typically attaching themselves to your pets, fleas often go unseen and can spread rapidly. Fleas can live in and on not only pets, but furniture, carpets, and even people.
Characteristics
Fleas are wingless insects that are laterally compressed, so they look as if they are walking on edge
Fleas are reddish brown, and no larger than 1/8 inch.
Harborage
Unlike most fleas, adult cat fleas remain on the host where feeding, mating, and egg laying occur. The eggs are smooth and readily fall from the pet and land on surfaces such as bedding and carpeting in the animal’s environment, where larvae hatch, reside on these surfaces and feed on dried blood and excrement adult fleas produce.
Treatment
How we treat Fleas
When facing fleas, there are various things both you and our pest experts can do to treat them and prevent them from coming back.
To prepare for your treatment, wash rugs and pet’s bedding. Vacuum all carpets, furniture, and bedding thoroughly. Our service pros will then treat any infested areas with our insect spray. After which, homeowners should continue vacuuming for several more days after treatment. We’ll also treat any outdoor areas where your pet resides like kennels, doghouses, or next to your home’s foundation. You can also use a spot-on or system oral treatment for your furry friend that your vet can provide.
Our pest experts take a tailored approach when treating your property and work to ensure that your concerns are addressed and your home is protected, inside and out. We’re dedicated to providing you with peace of mind and making sure you enjoy your home.