Evans Pest Control Provides Effective Treatment For The Elimination Of Fleas

Fast and effective treatment of fleas by our highly trained staff. The right equipment, dedication, and professional service makes Evans Pest Control one of the most reliable, and efficient flea exterminators in Philadelphia. Fleas are one of the more important groups of insect pests because they not only cause discomfort by biting, but they can transmit several diseases such as plague and murine typhus. Cat fleas are the most common domestic flea. In the United States, they are commonly found on both cats and dogs. Cat fleas are found throughout the United States and the rest of the world.

Flea Habits

It is not necessary to have pets in the building in order to have fleas present. Since fleas can jump about 6" (15 cm) vertically, they can easily hitch a ride on shoes, trousers, etc.
Many vacationers who may have been unaware of the few adult fleas present, are often greeted and severely attacked by fleas upon their return. This can occur even if the building has been vacant of animals and people for as long as 6 months or so. This situation can occur because of the potentially long pupal period, adults can live for months without food, and because fleas have not been removed via normal vacuuming. Also, fleas are normally removed from the interior environment by taking up residence on the pet(s).
Fleas are typically found where animals sleep or frequent, including along their usual avenue of travel, because this is where eggs and adult fecal blood accumulate. Most larvae will be found in similar places but especially in areas with high moisture which is necessary for their survival. Pupae will be found in the same situations as larvae. Such places include both indoor and outdoor situations. Cat fleas are also found on other urban hosts such as opossum, fox, mongoose, and occasionally rats.
Flea larvae die at relative humidities below 45% and above 95%, and hence, are rarely found outdoors in arid climates. Larvae fail to develop at temperatures below 55°F (13°C) and at or above 95°F (35°C).

Some shampoos made specifically for lice and hair-mites can also help get rid of fleas in human hair. Apply the shampoo all over the hair and scalp and leave it there for at least 10 minutes. Then wash off as usual using warm water. Comb the hair (using a fine-toothed comb) thoroughly to remove dead fleas and eggs.

Cotton dipped in peppermint or eucalyptus oil will repel fleas from your house. Place them wherever you think fleas are attracted. Fleas do not like the smell of it, so they will keep away. Your house may smell like peppermint or eucalyptus, but you will keep fleas away.

Undisturbed and without a blood meal, a flea can live more than 100 days. On average, they live two to three months. Female fleas cannot lay eggs until after their first blood meal and begin to lay eggs within 36-48 hours after that meal.