Fleas can take over a home in a hurry, and in Toowong the warm, humid months give them every chance. Most of the problem sits out of sight. For every flea you see on a pet, there are eggs, larvae and pupae tucked away in carpet, rugs, couch cushions and the dust under furniture. That is why a flea treatment needs to cover the whole home, not just the spot where you noticed the bites.
When you call, we ask how many rooms have carpet or rugs, where the pets sleep and whether they spend time under the house or in the yard. We then give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew. The crew we book walks through the home with you, then treats the floors and the places fleas like to hide.
- Carpets, rugs and runners, including the edges along skirting boards
- The space under beds, couches and other heavy furniture
- Pet beds, favourite sleeping spots and laundry corners
- Cracks between floorboards in older timber homes
- Outdoor pet areas when the yard is part of the booking
Before the visit, vacuum every floor and couch, wash pet bedding on a hot cycle and pick up items from the floor. Pets should be treated in the same week, so ask your vet which flea product suits your dog or cat. After the treatment, stay out of treated rooms until they are dry, then vacuum daily for the next few weeks. The vibration helps pupae hatch so the new fleas land on the treated surfaces.
Seeing a few fleas for a couple of weeks is common while the last pupae hatch. The crew will tell you what to expect and when to call us back if numbers stay high. To book flea control in Toowong, call 07 3543 7772 and we will organise a time with a local team.
