Fleas can take over a home quickly. You might notice itchy bites around the ankles, pets scratching more than usual, or small dark specks on the carpet and pet bedding. In Oakleigh, flea problems often show up in warm weather, after a new pet arrives, or when people move into a home where the last residents had cats or dogs.
Most of the flea population is not on your pet at all. Eggs, larvae and pupae live in carpets, rugs, cracks in floorboards, pet beds and shady parts of the yard. The crew we book treats these areas so the whole life cycle is dealt with. Your pets need their own flea treatment from your vet at the same time, or the problem can come straight back.
- Treatment of carpets, rugs and floorboard gaps
- Attention to pet sleeping areas inside and outside
- Spraying of shaded lawns, under decks and along fences
- Advice on washing bedding and vacuuming after the visit
- Timing the visit to line up with your pets' own treatment
Before the crew arrives, vacuum all carpets, rugs and couches, then throw out the vacuum bag or empty the canister outside. Wash pet bedding on a hot cycle. Pick up toys, shoes and items from the floor so the crew can reach every area. Pets and people should stay out of treated rooms until surfaces are dry.
Keep vacuuming every day or two for the next couple of weeks. The vibration helps new fleas hatch so they come into contact with the treatment. Call 03 7053 9857 for upfront pricing on flea treatment in Oakleigh and a time that suits your household.