Fleas are a common problem for pet owners in Tarragindi, where big yards, shaded garden beds and bush walks give them plenty of places to live. Pets pick them up outside and carry them in, and in a few weeks eggs and larvae can be hiding in carpets, rugs, couches and pet beds. Many people first notice itchy red bites on their ankles, or see their dog or cat scratching constantly.
Fleas are easiest to beat when the pets, the house and the yard are dealt with at the same time. Talk to your vet about flea treatment for your animals, while the crew we book handles the home and yard. When you call, tell us about your pets and where they sleep and spend their time. A flea visit usually covers:
- Carpets, rugs and gaps between floorboards
- Under beds, couches and cushions
- Pet beds, kennels and favourite resting spots
- Shaded garden beds and under decks
- Garages, laundries and verandahs where pets lie
Before the visit, vacuum all floors and furniture and empty the vacuum outside straight away. Wash pet bedding, throw rugs and cushion covers in hot water. Pick up items from the floors and keep pets out of the house until treated areas are dry. For the next couple of weeks, keep vacuuming daily. Flea pupae are protected inside cocoons, and vacuuming helps bring them out to meet the treatment.
Fleas can also turn up in a home you have just moved into if the previous residents had pets, so a treatment before unpacking is worth thinking about. You get the price before the crew starts, based on the size of the house and the yard. To book a flea treatment in Tarragindi, call 07 3543 7771 and we will book a local crew.
