Flea Control

Signs of a Flea Infestation

Identifying a flea problem in your home can be difficult due to their minuscule size. Commonly, people only recognise the presence of fleas in their homes when the infestation has already grown out of control.

Unfortunately, flea infestations are primarily discovered thanks to a painful bite. In the UK, flea bites do not commonly spread disease. However, flea bites can be incredibly painful and cause discomfort to those affected.

Bites aren’t the only way you can spot fleas in your space, with other common signs including:

Flea Sightings: Visible adult fleas hopping on your carpets, curtains, sofas, bedding etc.

Flea Eggs: You may also see flea eggs, which are small white grains

Flea Droppings: Small brown specks of flea dirt, which look like coffee grounds, might be visible on your pet’s fur or soft furnishings

Itching: Excessive scratching, which can be seen on both humans and pets

To avoid dealing with bites and other issues, you need to hire Pest-Tech. We have extensive experience treating flea infestations throughout Maidstone and Kent.

So, once you notice the signs of fleas on your property, it’s time to book a professional flea exterminator immediately. Call 01622 296055 today to book your site survey and get your flea problem under control.

Our Flea Pest Control Process

At Pest-Tech, we have a tried and tested approach to removing fleas, which has benefited homes and businesses across Kent. Our first step, as with all pest control services, is to survey the property, which allows us to discover the extent of the problem and identify all problem areas that require treatment.

We will then issue you with Pre-Treatment Preparation instructions for you to follow. These instructions will help to ensure the property is correctly prepared, which means you will get the best results from our service. Our team will advise you on how to clean pet bedding, blankets, clothing and other infested fabric items to reduce the chances of bringing dormant fleas back into the property after the flea pest control process.

Once you’ve prepared for the treatment, we will use a high-quality residual insecticide designed to target fleas and apply this to all problem areas using a professional sprayer. Depending on the severity of the infestation, we may also use an insecticidal fog, sometimes referred to as a ULV. The fog will reach all the tiny cracks and crevices that fleas can lay dormant in, working to agitate them into the path of the treated areas. This strong residual chemical is safe for humans and pets but will get rid of both active fleas and their eggs over the coming days.

Unlike DIY treatments, our flea fumigation services are guaranteed to remove fleas in all stages of their life cycle, so the problem cannot return. So, put down those over-the-counter flea products and give us a call on 01622 296055 to book your professional treatment. We’ll help you get your infested premises back to a pest-free state in no time.

Commercial Flea Treatments

Just as fleas make their way into homes, they will make their way into commercial properties as well. Unfortunately, pests and businesses do not mix. The presence of fleas on your commercial property can have a lasting impact on your brand’s reputation. If customers and staff are being bitten, the word will soon spread amongst the community, and customers will not return, which will negatively impact your profits. Also, fleas can cause issues for businesses in highly regulated sectors, such as food or healthcare organisations.

Keeping your business premises pest-free is also vital to ensure you remain legally compliant at all times. Failure to take action and resolve your flea problem could result in costly fines, legal fees, and even business closure. While flea eggs and flea larvae might not be easily visible to the naked eye, adult fleas are, and the intense itching they cause will soon be noticed by your customers.

Luckily, our flea removal treatments are also available for commercial properties and can remove fleas at all life cycle stages. We’ve helped numerous businesses across Maidstone and Kent to stay pest-free using our flea fumigation services so you can be confident in our abilities.

As well as commercial properties, we’ve also found rental properties to be a regular target for flea infestations, as these pests can survive for months without a host. Fleas may lay eggs in upholstered furniture or small crevices; then, the newly formed fleas may lie dormant for weeks or longer.

However, once new tenants move in and disturb the fleas, an outbreak will occur that requires immediate attention. So, if you’re a landlord with properties in Maidstone or the surrounding areas of Kent, we’re here to help. We support property managers with varied portfolios and cover most of the Kent area, so we can offer a complete service that suits your needs.

Don’t let your flea problem progress any further; contact us today to organise your site survey and protect your business or rental property from the threat of fleas using our commercial flea removal treatments.

Local Flea Control You Can Trust

If you have pets, we highly recommend being proactive and using a pet flea treatment to prevent infestation on your property. Regular hoovering can also help to prevent an infestation from growing out of control, as fleas regularly lay their eggs in carpets.

However, these are only preventative measures and will not work to remove an existing infestation. If you’ve discovered signs of fleas in your home or business premises, then it’s vital to contact your local pest control professionals as soon as possible.

We’ve carried out hundreds of successful flea fumigation treatments in Maidstone, so call now on 01622 296055 or email the team at admin@pest-tech.org to book your service or speak to a professional.

Our team are all local to Maidstone, which allows us to deliver fast and efficient pest control treatments to all homes and businesses in the area. Book your flea control treatments with Pest-Tech today.