Flea Pest Control in London

Professional flea removal London

Fleas are possibly the most irritating of pests in that not only do they bite they can also cause intense itching. But that’s not all; if your bed is infested with fleas, they are likely to cause sleepless nights, too, as the tiny spikes on their feet cause an unsettling feeling.

As they are only around 2mm long and have a lateral flattened body, fleas are quite easy to miss until you’ve been bitten or feel them crawling over you. They are reddish-brown in colour, which means they can ‘lose’ themselves in their host’s hair, such as dogs and cats. They have dark, non-sensory spines on their head and on the rear part of their body, and their large legs allow them to jump from the host to any other surface.

Sadly, most over-the-counter products are just not effective enough to get rid of fleas completely. For that, you need our highly experienced, professional flea pest control London team to eradicate fleas for good.

What are the signs of having fleas?

Fleas thrive in the coats of cats and dogs, as well as other animals with plenty of hairy coats. They can also thrive on humans. Fleas cause a great deal of distress to their host; the bite is bad enough, but it is also the itching that brings the most discomfort.

In addition, they have also been known to provide an intermediate home for tapeworms that grow in the digestive system of cats, dogs, and people – children are more susceptible to tapeworms than adults. The longer they are left untreated, the more they will breed, causing an even bigger problem.

Generally, most people don’t know they have a flea infestation in their home or at work until they’ve been bitten. The most common signs you have a flea problem are:

• Your pets are always scratching, biting, or licking themselves.
• You may see fleas or flea droppings (little black specs) in the coat or on the skin of your pets.
• Adults and children are bitten, usually around the ankle or lower leg, but you will also see bites on your arms if you have been holding or cuddling your pets.
• You may see fleas jumping across your soft furnishings.

If you’re not sure if your pets have fleas, get a fine-toothed comb and run it through your pet’s coat while holding a sheet of paper underneath. Add a few drops of water to any black specs that fall out onto the paper and if they turn red, your pet has fleas.

How we can control flea infestations

If you’ve discovered you have a flea infestation, the most effective and affordable way to deal with them is to call in our professional flea control team.

The treatment to get rid of fleas from your home is quite intensive, but it will ensure the fleas are completely eradicated. First and foremost, it’s important to deal with the flea host, usually your pet. Your vet will be able to provide the best flea treatment.

Following your pet’s treatment and after a thorough investigation by our professional flea control team, we will apply a residual insecticide to all pet beds, cages, and any of their favourite spots in the house, like rugs. This may need to be done several times but don’t worry, the insecticide we use is completely safe for animals and humans. Generally, we will visit you two or three times to ensure the fleas are completely gone.

Once we’re satisfied, they have been eradicated and your pets are clear from fleas, we will provide you with a detailed report about the inspection, treatment, and flea control services we have provided. Our team will also advise you on the best way to ensure fleas don’t return.

Contact us today

Fleas are horrible insects that can cause serious painful biting and itching problems. They occur all year round and are usually carried by your pets and wild animals before they jump onto humans. To eradicate fleas from your home, you must treat the flea host at the same time we apply our comprehensive flea control treatment.

We are leading providers of flea pest control London. Our expert flea eradication experts are highly experienced in dealing with flea infestations. Our treatments are tailored specifically to your requirements, effective and our pricing is extremely competitive. To get your no obligation quote or free professional advice, call us today. For thorough flea pest control London and the Home Counties, call us on 0208 787 5929 for flea eradication and advice. If it’s urgent, call our 24-hour Emergency Helpline on 0203 600 0518.