Fleas: Pesky Parasites That Spread Quickly
Fleas are tiny, wingless parasites that feast on the blood of mammals like dogs, cats, and even humans. While fleas typically start on pets and then spread to infest homes, humans with no pets can still fall victim to flea infestations through secondhand exposure.
Once fleas gain access to a home, they can reproduce rapidly. Just a few fleas can quickly turn into an infestation of thousands. Their ability to jump great distances and hide in cracks, crevices, carpeting, and furniture makes them extremely hard to eliminate using DIY methods.
Signs of Flea Activity
Pets persistently scratching, licking, or biting their fur
Seeing small, dark specks (flea dirt) in pet's coat or bedding
Finding bugs jumping on you or your clothing
Unexplained itchy welts or bites, especially on lower legs
Visible live fleas on pets, surfaces, and in corners
Effective Flea Treatment and Prevention
Beyond just being an annoyance, fleas can pose health issues like flea allergy dermatitis from bites and their saliva. Fleas are also capable of transmitting diseases like murine typhus and can even lead to anemia in severe infestations.
At Effective Pest Management, our proven flea control process targets fleas in all their life stages using commercial pesticides. Our process includes:
Thorough inspection to locate breeding grounds and high activity areas
Treatment of pets with vet-approved flea control products
Treatment of carpets, upholstery, baseboards, etc. with residual insecticides
Growth inhibitor products to stop larvae and eggs from hatching
Vacuuming and laundering all bedding and fabrics
Continued monitoring and follow-up treatments as needed
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