Fleas are a common problem in Coorparoo homes with cats and dogs, and they can also appear when a rental property has had pets and then sits empty for a while. Flea eggs and pupae sit in carpets, rugs, pet bedding and cracks in timber floors, and they hatch when they sense movement and warmth. That is why people often notice fleas jumping around their ankles after walking into a quiet home.
The crew we book treats the indoor and outdoor areas where the flea life cycle carries on. The treatment works well alongside flea control on your pets from your vet, since treating the home without the animals, or the animals without the home, often lets fleas bounce back within weeks.
- A spray of carpets, rugs, skirting edges and floor cracks
- Insect growth products to stop eggs and larvae from developing
- Treatment of pet sleeping areas, under decks and shaded garden spots
- Advice on vacuuming and washing pet bedding before and after
Before the visit, vacuum all floors well, including under beds and couches, and empty the vacuum outside. Wash pet bedding in hot water, pick up toys and clothes from the floor and mow the lawn if pets use the yard. People and pets need to stay out until the treated floors are dry, and the crew will tell you how long that is on the day.
Keep vacuuming daily for a couple of weeks afterwards, because the vibration brings out remaining fleas so they contact the treatment. A few may still appear as the last pupae hatch, which is normal. For flea treatment in Coorparoo, call 07 3543 7767 and we will book a local crew with upfront pricing.
