Advice
How to Get Rid of Fleas in the Home
Fleas spend most of their life cycle in carpets, bedding and furniture rather than on your pet, so clearing them means treating the pet and the home together.
Read the guide →We cover family houses, holiday lets and outbuildings, and we plan the visit around the layout of the property.
Bigger houses, more places to hide
Larger homes in Maidencombe often have several carpeted bedrooms, a landing, stairs, a snug and maybe a utility room where the dog sleeps. Fleas spread from the pet's favourite spot along the paths people and animals use, leaving eggs behind. By the time bites are noticed in one room, the problem can already reach others.
For that reason we work through the whole home, starting where the animals sleep and rest and moving outwards. We treat carpets, rugs, sofas and the edges of floors, and we check cars and crates if pets travel in them. The aim is to deal with every stage, not just the adults you see.
Open fields, holiday guests and visiting animals
Fields and hedgerows close to Maidencombe mean plenty of wildlife near gardens, and dogs and cats often explore them. Add holiday guests who bring their own pets, and fleas have several ways in. A let that was quiet over winter can wake up when the first guests arrive and the pupae sense movement.
If you manage a let here, a quick inspection and treatment before the season can save trouble. Washing throws, vacuuming thoroughly and using a vet-recommended treatment on pets all help. After our visit we arrange a follow-up for any fleas that hatch, so you can have confidence the problem is under control.
Flea control in Maidencombe and TQ1
We serve Maidencombe and the TQ1 area, and the coast road villages around it. We also cover Shaldon and Teignmouth. Most visits are straightforward and take place at a time that suits you. Call us, tell us how big the property is, how many pets there are and where you have seen signs, and we will explain what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to treat a large house for fleas?
It depends on the number of rooms and how widespread the problem is. We inspect first, then agree what needs treating, and we will give you a sense of timing before we start.
Do you treat holiday lets in Maidencombe before the season?
Yes. If a let has been quiet, or a guest brought a dog last year, an inspection and treatment before the season helps avoid bites and complaints. Tell us how many rooms there are when you call.
Should I move the pets out during treatment?
Pets need to be out of the rooms being treated and kept away until we say it is safe. We explain how long this is for and what to do with bedding and bowls.