Flea Removal & Extermination

Fleas are external parasites that feed on the blood of mammals and birds. In most cases, fleas are introduced into the home by pets and other animals. Fleas are wingless and are usually dark reddish-brown in color. Fleas can grow up to approximately 4mm and have long legs used for jumping. The telltale signs of a flea infestation include flea bites and excessive scratching by pets. Flea bites on humans are small, unlike mosquito bites, and usually appear in groups of three or four, or in a line. On pets, they are visible through the hairs and cause the animal’s skin to become reddened or even promote hair loss from the scratching.

• Inspection – A thorough inspection will be conducted to identify the flea species and to determine the conditions that may be conducive to infestations.
• Treatment – Most of the time, simply using over-the-counter flea products will not resolve the root causes of the infestation.
• Follow up – Flea infestations require multifaceted treatment plans. Addressing only a pet’s infestation or individual flea bites will not prove effective for ridding your home of fleas. Effective flea control should encompass both chemical and physical methods and should be conducted on your pet, as well as inside and outside of your home.