Fleas can go from a few bites to a full-blown problem in a matter of weeks. In Chadstone, people usually notice them in warmer months, after bringing home a new pet, or after moving into a home where the last residents had cats or dogs. Signs include itchy bites around the ankles, pets scratching constantly and tiny dark specks on pet bedding and carpet.
Only a small part of the flea population lives on your pet. The rest are eggs, larvae and pupae in carpets, rugs, cracks between floorboards, pet beds and shady spots in the yard. The crew we book treats those areas to break the cycle. Your vet should treat your pets at the same time, so fleas do not simply return with them.
- Treatment of carpets, rugs and gaps in floorboards
- Attention to pet beds, kennels and favourite resting spots
- Outdoor spray of shady lawn, under decks and along fences
- Advice on vacuuming and washing after the visit
- Timing the treatment with your pets' own flea treatment
Before the crew comes, vacuum every carpet, rug and couch and empty the vacuum outside. Wash pet bedding and throw rugs on a hot cycle. Pick up toys, shoes and clutter from the floors. On the day, keep people and pets out of treated rooms until the surfaces are dry.
Keep vacuuming every day or two for a couple of weeks after the visit. This encourages the last fleas to hatch and come into contact with the treatment. Call 03 7053 9838 for upfront pricing on flea control in Chadstone and a booking time.