Carpet is where most indoor fleas live. Flea eggs fall off pets and roll down into the fibres, and the larvae that hatch crawl deeper to stay out of the light. In Caboolture homes with carpeted bedrooms and lounges, this is often the source of bites around the ankles and legs. When you call, we ask how many carpeted rooms you have and roughly how big they are, then give you upfront pricing.
The crew we book treats the carpet across each affected room, with extra attention on the spots where fleas collect most. If you have rugs, the crew treats them and the carpet underneath as well. Common trouble spots include:
- Edges along walls and skirting boards
- Under beds, couches and entertainment units
- Doorways and hallway runners
- Wardrobe floors
- Areas where pets sleep or lie in the sun
Vacuuming is the most useful thing you can do before the visit. Go over every carpeted room slowly, including under furniture, and use a crevice tool along the edges. Empty the vacuum bag or canister into an outside bin straight away, so hatching fleas cannot crawl back out. Lift items off the floor so the crew can reach the whole carpet. Stay off treated carpet until it is dry.
Keep vacuuming every day for a week or two afterwards. The vibration helps pupae hatch so they meet the treated fibres, and it picks up eggs and larvae along the way. Avoid steam cleaning or shampooing the carpet for a couple of weeks unless the crew says otherwise. Your pets need their own flea plan from your vet. Call 07 3543 7771 to book carpet flea treatment in Caboolture.
