Fleas
Fleas are blood-feeding parasites that infest pets, carpeting, and upholstered furniture.
Background & Behavior
(Siphonaptera)
Fleas are small, wingless insects that jump long distances to feed on the blood of pets and humans. They reproduce rapidly in carpets, bedding, and upholstery. Their bites cause itching and can transmit tapeworms or other diseases. Thorough cleaning and pet treatments are essential for eradication.
DIY Approaches
- Comb pets daily with a fine-toothed flea comb and dispose of debris in soapy water.
- Vacuum carpets, pet bedding, and upholstery thoroughly every other day.
- Wash all pet bedding on hot cycles and dry completely.
- Treat shaded outdoor resting spots with cedar chips or diatomaceous earth.
- Use flea traps with light and sticky pads to monitor populations.
Professional Services
- Coordinate treatments with veterinarians for prescription flea preventatives.
- Schedule whole-home insecticide applications targeting all flea life stages.
- Request yard sprays with insect growth regulators for recurring outdoor issues.
- Have pest pros provide follow-up visits to break re-infestation cycles.
- Engage housekeeping services for deep steam cleaning post-treatment.
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