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You do not need to own a pet—a cat, dog, or even a rabbit—at home. So, when you hear people talk about fleas, you probably assume they are one pest you will never have to deal with, right? Wrong. As a pest control specialist in Singapore, Rentokil is here to share about flea infestation and how to get rid of fleas.
When you discover your home has been infested with fleas, the safest way you can deal with them is by engaging pest control services in Singapore. Below are some other measures you can take to control their population.
Fleas are about 2.5 mm long and appear small, dark, and oval-shaped with hard shells. They consume as much as 15 times their weight in blood every day.
An adult female flea can lay 10-50 eggs a day under preferable conditions—warm and humid weather like that of Singapore. These eggs hatch in 1-6 days and it may take several weeks to complete their life cycle from egg to larva to pupa to adult. An adult flea can live up to 3-4 months without a host and they can be so patient in waiting for a new host.
How do they travel? While they do not have wings, they have flat bodies and strong legs that allow them to jump long distances. They use this skill to jump from one host to another.
However, it is often confused with ticks. Both species have an attraction for pets, ticks on the other hand seeks multiple hosts including us as well. They have a longer lifespan and causes different diseases to that of fleas, mainly Rocky Mountain Fever and Lyme Diseases. Read more on the difference between ticks and fleas here.
Fleas on dogs or other pests are easy to detect. Symptoms of fleas on dogs would start with some aggressive scratching and biting on their fur. You may also observe that their fur looks a tad thin lately. It is quite a different case when you do not have pets at home.
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If you have pets at home, the first step to control a flea infestation is to treat your pet for fleas—there are many home remedies for dog fleas you can try. In this case, your best approach is to clean your household to remove any hidden flea eggs and larvae. Good housekeeping will not only help remove fleas but lessen their hiding places as well. Below are some other tips:
Address a flea infestation even before it gets out of control. It is essential to seek professional pest control and treatment immediately to protect your family and more importantly, to detect any other existing infestation that causes the presence of fleas. Flea Control involves an initial home inspection and site risk assessment before recommending the right treatment. During the treatment process, the specialist will provide a clear explanation on what to expect before and after the treatment. This includes removing of cluttering, clearing some items and allow for evacuation downtime before returning.
Book a home inspection with us at Rentokil Singapore and we will help you identify potential signs and risks of infestation. Contact us today at (65) 6347 8138.