Professional Flea Control Services

Professional Flea Control Services

Fleas are tiny infamous pests that can make your home an itchy nightmare. While they typically attach themselves to pets, these small, wingless insects can quickly spread throughout your home, infesting furniture, carpets, and even biting humans. Our professional flea control services provide targeted solutions to eliminate these persistent parasites from your home and prevent future infestations.

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Understanding Fleas

What Are Fleas?

Fleas are small, wingless insects belonging to the order Siphonaptera. They are external parasites that survive by feeding on the blood of mammals and birds. Their bodies are flat, shiny, and reddish-brown, covered with microscopic hair, and compressed to allow for easy movement through animal fur. Despite their tiny size (1/16 to 1/8 inch), fleas are capable of jumping long distances, up to 7 inches vertically, allowing them to easily transfer between hosts.

Flea Characteristics

Appearance: Flat, laterally compressed bodies with small spines and hard outer shells

Size: Range from 1/16 to 1/8 inch in length

Body Structure: Small, wingless parasites with powerful hind legs for jumping

Lifespan: Complete metamorphosis with four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult

Diet: Blood-feeding parasites that require blood meals from mammals or birds

Common Household Flea Species

Several factors can make your home attractive to fleas:

Cat Flea

Size: About 1/8 inch long

Color: Reddish-brown to almost black

Behavior: Most common household flea, infests cats, dogs, and other mammals

Concern: Bites humans, causes intense itching, and can transmit diseases

Dog Flea

Size: About 1/8 inch long

Color: Dark reddish-brown

Behavior: Primarily infests dogs but will feed on cats and humans as well

Concern: Causes skin irritation, allergic reactions, and can transmit tapeworms

Human Flea

Size: Slightly larger than cat fleas, about 1/8 inch long

Color: Reddish-brown to blackish

Behavior: Less common but can infest homes without pets present

Concern: Feeds primarily on humans and can spread quickly throughout a home

Signs of a Flea Infestation

You may have a flea problem if you notice:

Flea Bites:

Red, itchy spots on skin often surrounded by reddened haloes

Pet Scratching:

Excessive scratching, biting, or licking by pets

Flea Dirt:

Small black specks (flea feces) on pet fur, bedding, or furniture

Adult Fleas:

Tiny dark insects jumping on pets, carpets, or furniture

Pet Hair Loss:

Hair loss or skin irritation on pets, especially around the tail and back

Hidden Indications

Ankle Bites:

Bites clustered around ankles or lower legs where fleas typically jump to

White Sock Test:

Fleas visible when walking on carpets wearing white socks

Dark Environments:

More flea activity in dark, undisturbed areas like under furniture

Pet Bedding:

Flea eggs and larvae in pet sleeping areas

The Risks of Flea Infestations

Fleas can cause several problems in your home:

Flea Bites:

Result in red, itchy spots that can cause discomfort and allergic reactions

Pet Infestation:

Pets transfer fleas to beds and furniture where they sleep

Carpet & Furniture Infestation:

Fleas lay up to 50 eggs per day that spread throughout the home

Disease Transmission:

Fleas can carry and transmit various diseases including typhus and tapeworms

Rapid Spread:

Without treatment, fleas multiply quickly, making the infestation worse

Our Comprehensive Flea Control Approach

We take a multi-faceted approach to flea control:

Thorough Inspection

Our technicians will conduct a detailed inspection to: Assess the severity of the flea infestation

Focus on carpets, upholstered furniture, and bedding

Identify pet resting areas both indoors and outdoors

Determine contributing factors that may be enabling the infestation

Customized Treatment Plan

Based on our findings, we'll develop a tailored flea control strategy that may include:

For Indoor Infestations

Targeted treatments for carpets, furniture, and pet areas

Specialized applications for cracks and crevices where larvae may hide

Insect growth regulators to break the flea life cycle

For Pet Areas

Treatment of kennels, doghouses, and pet bedding areas

Applications near home foundations where pets frequent

Recommendations for concurrent pet treatment with veterinarian-approved products

For Long-term Prevention

Scientifically proven customized treatment plan

Guidance on regular pet treatment and home maintenance

Targeted applications to prevent reinfestation

Prevention Strategies

We'll help prevent future flea problems by: Recommending regular pet flea treatments

Suggesting proper cleaning and vacuuming routines

Advising on yard maintenance to reduce outdoor flea populations

Providing guidance on recognizing early signs of reinfestation

Follow-Up Protection

Our commitment to flea control includes: Scheduled follow-up visits to ensure complete elimination

Monitoring for new activity

Additional treatments as needed

Continuous protection against future infestations

Flea Prevention Tips

To help keep fleas away from your home:

Pet Care

Treat pets with veterinarian-approved flea preventatives

Regularly check pets for signs of fleas

Wash pet bedding weekly in hot water

Groom pets with flea combs to detect early infestations

Home Maintenance

Vacuum carpets, furniture, and floors frequently

Dispose of vacuum bags in sealed containers outside

Wash all bedding in hot water if fleas are suspected

Reduce clutter where fleas and larvae can hide

Outdoor Management

Keep lawns trimmed and vegetation well-maintained

Treat outdoor pet areas with appropriate products

Limit wildlife access to your yard that may carry fleas

Create barriers between wooded areas and your lawn

The Risks of Flea Infestations

Fleas can cause several problems in your home:

Health Concerns

Bites and Irritation: Flea bites can cause intense itching, discomfort, and allergic reactions

Disease Transmission: Fleas can transmit diseases such as murine typhus, plague, and tapeworms

Allergic Reactions: Some people and pets may develop severe allergic reactions to flea saliva

Property Issues

Widespread Infestation: Fleas can quickly spread throughout carpets, furniture, and bedding

Difficult Elimination: Their complex life cycle makes complete eradication challenging

Pet Discomfort: Pets suffer from constant itching, skin irritation, and potential anemia

Our Flea Control Guarantee

We stand behind our services with our satisfaction guarantee. If fleas return between scheduled treatments, so will we—at no additional cost to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about fleas

Do fleas bite humans?

Yes, fleas do bite humans. Flea bites result in red spots that are often surrounded by reddened haloes. These bites are extremely itchy and may cause significant discomfort. While fleas prefer to feed on pets with fur, they will readily bite humans when pets are unavailable or when flea populations are high. The bites typically appear on ankles, legs, and waists, often in clusters or lines.

Can fleas live in carpet?

Yes, fleas can definitely live in carpets. In fact, carpets and upholstered furniture are preferred hiding spots for fleas. Female fleas lay up to 50 eggs per day on your pets, and as pets move around your home, these eggs fall off and spread into carpeting and furniture. Flea larvae then develop in these protected environments, feeding on organic debris and adult flea feces. Regular vacuuming is essential but may not eliminate all life stages, which is why professional treatment is often necessary.

How much does an exterminator cost for fleas?

The cost of flea extermination varies depending on factors such as the size of the infestation, the extent of the affected area, and the chosen treatment method. Professional flea control typically involves multiple treatments to address all life stages of fleas. For an accurate assessment and pricing tailored to your specific situation, it's best to contact a professional pest control service for an inspection and customized treatment plan.

What do you do after flea extermination?

After flea extermination, continue vacuuming daily for several weeks to remove dead fleas and stimulate pupae to emerge. Wash all bedding, pet bedding, and removable furniture covers in hot water. Maintain regular flea prevention treatments on your pets as recommended by your veterinarian. Monitor for any signs of continuing flea activity and report these to your pest control provider. Following these steps helps ensure the treatment's effectiveness and prevents reinfestation.

What diseases do fleas carry?

Fleas can carry and transmit various diseases, including the bubonic plague, murine typhus, and several types of tapeworms. While the number of flea-borne disease cases in the U.S. is relatively minor, international travel and rising temperatures may increase these risks. According to the CDC, illnesses caused by flea bites tripled between 2004 and 2016. Fleas can also cause allergic reactions and skin irritations in both humans and pets, making proper flea control crucial for health protection.