Pest control companies often field calls from homeowners dealing with flea infestations. A pet may bring fleas into the home; once these bugs begin to multiply and lay eggs, getting rid of them can be a struggle. If you and your pets are itchy and you notice tiny jumping fleas indoors, here are some pest removal pointers to embrace. 

4 Pest Control Tips to Eliminate & Prevent Fleas

1. Wash Bedding & Textiles

Launder any articles of clothing or bedding that came into contact with your animal as they may contain flea larvae. Start by washing pet beds, sheets and blankets, towels, curtains, and any apparel your pet might have touched or slept on. 

2. Eradicate Existing Problems

The best place to start when you have a flea issue is with your pets. Give your animals medicated flea baths and talk to your veterinarian about prescription medication or flea collars that can help eliminate problems in the future.  

3. Treat Living Spaces

As you go about washing bedding and textiles, focus on treating your living spaces as a whole. Sweep floors, vacuum carpets, and clean and sanitize any furniture and upholstery your pets have touched. Talk to your exterminator and determine whether a pesticide spray is recommended for additional pest control. 

4. Protect Pets & Clean Often

Moving forward, keep your pets on flea medication and monitor or limit their exposure to the outdoors. Clean your house with frequency, maintain your outdoor landscapes, so fleas are less likely to linger, and keep in contact with your exterminator so you can spray your property regularly to prevent issues down the road. 

Are you looking for a dedicated pest control company that helps residents eliminate and prevent fleas? If so, Leitchfield Exterminating is the right team for the job. For the last 45 years, this family-owned and operated business has helped residents and commercial business owners across southern Kentucky with effective pest removal at affordable prices. To schedule a free inspection and consultation, call today at (270) 234-1295. For more information on their specialties and commitment to customer satisfaction, visit their website.