Cat and dog owners all over the world have a mutual fear: dealing with a flea infestation. Fleas don’t just cause itchy bites on your pets. They can take up residence in your home, living under furniture and multiplying on a daily basis. You and your family could end up with itchy bites and a house full of pests. Once fleas have taken hold, they can be hard to get rid of. Here are some tips for preventing a flea infestation in the first place, along with some advice for getting rid of fleas on your property.
Prevent Fleas from Getting Inside
Fleas live outside in tall grass and shrubs. When a person, dog, or cat walks by, fleas will often hop on for a ride. When you or your pet go back indoors, the fleas remain. Pets should be treated monthly with a flea and tick treatment which can be prescribed by your veterinarian. This will greatly reduce their likelihood to carry fleas into your home, and it will also protect them from flea and tick-borne illnesses like tapeworm and bacterial infections. Keeping your grass and shrubs trimmed can help. You can also hire a pest control technician to apply a human and pet-friendly chemical to keep fleas out of your shrubs, bushes, carpets, and other areas in and around your house. These chemicals can kill existing fleas and also prevent more fleas from making the area their home.
Find Affordable Flea Control in Perth, WA
You may worry that flea control is costly, but trust us: it will save you lots of headaches! Flea treatment can be very budget friendly when done efficiently by a skilled pest control technician. At Power Over Pests, we offer competitive pricing and excellent customer service. We’ll keep your family and pets safe by developing a flea control plan that is tailored to your needs.
