The first indication of a potential flea problem is usually seeing pets scratching excessively or finding bites on your skin. Fleas are a common problem for pet owners, but these pests sometimes hitch a ride into homes without pets. If you are like most people, you have already tried some form of DIY flea control, and you already know how difficult it can be to get rid of these pests.
This article will explain how to identify fleas and review the health risks they pose to your pets and family. We’ll also provide tips and tricks to prevent another flea problem in your house. Keep reading to learn more about our pest control services in the Bay Area with the experts from Bay Pest Solution.
Understanding Fleas: Identifying The Enemy
Fleas are parasites that feed on the blood of wildlife, pets, and people. They range in size from 1/12 to 1/6 of an inch long, so seeing them can be challenging.
The simplest way to identify an infestation is to check for the following signs of fleas:
- Bites that appear as small, painful, itchy bumps with a halo around the center on your pets or family
- Bites in a straight line or groups of three or four
- Pets grooming and scratching more than usual
- Fur loss in pets
- Flea feces (aka flea dirt) that looks like small dark specks on pet bedding or carpets
Fleas are a formidable enemy to defeat. These pests breed rapidly, with a female flea laying between 20 and 50 eggs per day and over 2000 in their short 100-day life span. To successfully eradicate these insects, you must eliminate the adults and ensure no eggs or larvae are left behind.
If you have trouble determining which pests are in your home or need assistance eliminating them, the pros at Bay Pest are here to help. Our experts have the tools and knowledge necessary to get rid of fleas at every stage in their life cycle, and our follow-up services ensure they won’t return. Contact us today to learn more about our flea control services or to schedule a no-cost inspection.
Health Hazards Of Fleas: Dangers To People And Pets
Most people know that fleas in the Bay Area are a health risk to pets, but these pests endanger anyone they bite. When fleas feed on a host, they can also pick up pathogens, which they then spread to the next animal or person they bite. Fleas can transmit illnesses such as tularemia, murine typhus, and tapeworm.
Pets are also at risk for flea dermatitis, an allergic reaction to flea saliva, and anemia can occur in pets from blood loss. The best way to prevent illnesses in your pets and family is to eradicate these dangerous parasites at the first sign of a problem. Contact us today at Bay Pest to learn more about how our flea control services can eliminate fleas and keep them from coming back.
Flea Prevention Goes Beyond Just Your Pets: Tips And Tricks
After we eliminate your flea infestation, it is time to take steps to prevent another problem. Your veterinarian can suggest the best flea prevention medication for your pets, but there is a lot you can do to protect your home from fleas.
Here are some of our best tips to keep these insects out:
- Regularly bathe and groom pets.
- Vacuum frequently to eliminate fleas, eggs, and larvae.
- Maintain your lawn, eliminate debris, and avoid overwatering.
- Address any rodent problems immediately.
The pros at Bay Pest can help you prevent another infestation of fleas in the house and provide property-specific suggestions to avoid attracting them to your yard. Contact us today to learn more about how our pest control services get rid of fleas and the pests that bring them to your property or to schedule an inspection.
Total Flea Elimination: Call The Pros Right Away!
DIY flea control is rarely successful, primarily because these products aren’t enough to eliminate all the fleas and eggs dispersed throughout your home. Additionally, foggers and bombs can be hazardous to your family and pets and do not address the underlying issue.
Collaborating with a professional pest control company is the best way to defeat this foe. Bay Pest’s flea removal services can help you eradicate these dangerous parasitic insects and ensure they don’t return. Contact us today to schedule your inspection and to learn more about our residential and commercial pest control services in the Bay Area.