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Signs Of A Flea Infestation
Adult fleas only grow to around 1 to 3mm in length, making them incredibly hard to see with the naked eye. Usually, you’ll just notice tiny dark specks on soft furnishings or in your pet’s fur or bedding. These could be adult fleas, but also flea droppings, known as flea dirt.
The most obvious sign of a flea problem is excessive itching. If you and your pet are scratching more often, and if you see red welts on exposed skin, these could be flea bites, which indicate an infestation. Many pets may suffer hair loss and develop bald patches around flea bites.
If you notice any of these signs of flea activity, you need to be proactive. Fen Pest Control offers expert flea treatment for homes and businesses across Chatham, Gravesend, Heathfield, Hastings, Maidstone, Tenterden, Tunbridge Wells, Ashford, Canterbury, Dartford, Eastbourne, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Rochester, Dover, Folkestone, Margate, Whitstable, Faversham and throughout Kent. As well as fleas, we can also remove bed bugs, ants and other insect pests, so call 01580754839 to book your site visit.
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Fleas can be incredibly difficult to fully eradicate, as they are tiny, persistent pests. During the pupal or cocoon stage, fleas can lie dormant for up to a year inside soft furnishings or pet bedding, and then reawaken when they find comfortable, warm temperatures and potential hosts.
As such, you might think that your flea infestation has been eliminated, then find that these tiny pests return. Whether you find flea eggs, larvae, pupae or adult fleas, as soon as you see signs of these parasitic pests, you need to act fast before the infestation spreads.
With their strong back legs, fleas can jump from one pet to another, which is why fleas are common among owners with outdoor cats or sociable dogs. However, whether you have rabbits, guinea pigs or even no pet at all, just one encounter with an infested animal could lead to an infestation. To reduce the distress caused, contact us and a member of our friendly team will be happy to help get rid of your flea problem for good.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Get A Flea Infestation If You Don’t Have Pets?
Fleas are most commonly spread by pets, but you may get fleas if you don’t own a pet through contact with visiting animals, or from going to an infested property. Fleas can also hide deep inside used soft furnishings, such as cushions, blankets and sofas. So, if you purchase used items and don’t deep clean them in the hottest water possible and hoover within the crevices, then you could bring fleas into your space.
What Flea Species Are There In The UK?
There are over 2500 different flea species in the world, but only a few that are found inside UK homes and business premises. The most common types of fleas you may encounter include Cat Fleas (Ctenocephalides felis), Dog Fleas (Ctenocephalides canis) and Bird Fleas (Ceratophyllus gallinae). There are also Human Fleas (Pulex irritans), but these are rare. While the flea species are named after their preferred host animal, they will bite humans in search of blood, so it’s important that you work to get rid of fleas quickly by booking professional flea pest control services.
Can Flea Bites Cause Skin Irritation?
Flea bites can cause severe irritation, and even skin infections in some cases. Some people and pets can also have an allergic reaction to proteins in flea saliva, which can cause significant discomfort and require medical treatment.
How Long Does Flea Control Take?
While our flea treatments will show results from the first application, it usually takes several weeks, and at least 3 visits to fully remove fleas. During this time, you will also need to treat your cat, dog, rabbit or other pets to ensure they don’t bring more fleas into your space. The length of time your flea control takes can vary depending on the size of your property and the level of infestation, so our team will provide you with a clear timeline when they provide your quote.
Can Fleas Live In Your Bed?
It is possible for fleas to live in your bed, as well as in pet bedding. This is particularly true if your pets sit on or sleep in your bed with you. However, fleas often prefer a host animal over a human blood meal, so they will usually aim to be wherever your pets are. If you notice parasitic pests in your bed that are flat and oval-shaped, the problem could be bed bugs. Fen Pest Control can identify the pest problem you’re dealing with and provide effective treatment for fleas, bed bugs and other insect pests, so book a site visit today.
What Is The Fastest Way To Remove Fleas?
The fastest way to get rid of fleas and ensure that they are gone for good is to book professional flea treatment from Fen Pest Control. DIY flea control products are often ineffective, because fleas can remain dormant inside an empty property or used furniture for up to a year without a blood meal. So, if you use DIY flea products, the fleas may simply hide and then return. Because the team at Fen Pest Control are RSPH level 2 certified, they have access to flea treatments that aren’t available to the general public, and can effectively remove fleas from your space permanently. Contact us to book expert flea control.
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