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Fleas are more than just a nuisance—they can cause serious discomfort and health issues for both pets and humans. At CB Pest Control, we believe the key to eliminating fleas is understanding how they live, how they spread, and how to break their life cycle effectively.
Understanding the Flea Life Cycle
Understanding the Flea Life Cycle
Fleas go through four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.
Each stage requires a different approach to control, which is why simple “spot treatments” rarely work.
Eggs
Eggs
Adult fleas lay eggs on your pets. These eggs fall off into carpets, pet bedding, lounges, and cracks in flooring.
Larvae
Larvae
The eggs hatch into larvae that feed on organic material—such as flea dirt and skin flakes—and hide deep within carpets and shaded areas.
Pupae
Pupae
Larvae spin cocoons and enter the pupal stage. Pupae can stay dormant for weeks or even months, protected from most chemicals.
Adults
Adults
When vibration, heat, or carbon dioxide is detected, adult fleas emerge and begin feeding immediately—starting the cycle again.
This is why flea infestations can seem to “explode” out of nowhere after cleaning, moving furniture, or returning from holidays.
How to Prevent Fleas in Your Home
How to Prevent Fleas in Your Home
1. Treat Your Pets Regularly
1. Treat Your Pets Regularly
Your pets are the primary host for fleas.
Use veterinarian-approved flea treatments year-round, including oral medications, topical spot-ons, or quality flea collars.
2. Clean & Wash Bedding Frequently
2. Clean & Wash Bedding Frequently
Vacuum carpets, rugs, and lounges often. Wash pet bedding in hot water to remove eggs and larvae.
3. Keep Your Yard Maintained
3. Keep Your Yard Maintained
Fleas thrive in shaded, moist areas.
Keep the lawn mowed, remove leaf litter, and discourage wildlife that may carry fleas.
4. Act Early
4. Act Early
The longer fleas breed, the harder they are to remove. Early prevention saves time, money, and stress for your pets.
How CB Pest Control Treats Fleas Professionally
How CB Pest Control Treats Fleas Professionally
A proper flea treatment must target every stage of the life cycle—especially eggs and larvae that normal sprays can’t reach. Here’s how we do it:
✔ Use of IGRs (Insect Growth Regulators)
✔ Use of IGRs (Insect Growth Regulators)
We apply professional-grade IGRs that prevent flea larvae from developing into adults.
This breaks the life cycle completely and stops fleas from repopulating your home.
✔ Targeted Insecticide Application
✔ Targeted Insecticide Application
We apply pet-safe insecticides to eliminate adult fleas quickly.
Combined with IGRs, this ensures both immediate relief and long-term control.
✔ Professional Knowledge & Equipment
✔ Professional Knowledge & Equipment
We know where fleas hide, how they spread, and how to treat them safely around pets and families.
✔ Aftercare Advice
✔ Aftercare Advice
We provide guidance on pet treatments, cleaning routines, and prevention to stop fleas from returning.
Why Eliminating Fleas Is So Important
Why Eliminating Fleas Is So Important
Fleas can cause:
Itching and irritation
Flea allergy dermatitis
Skin infections
Tapeworm transmission
Stress and discomfort for your pets
A flea-free home helps keep your animals healthy, happy, and comfortable, while keeping your home hygienic and safe for your family.
Need Help With Fleas? We’re Only a Phone Call Away.
Need Help With Fleas? We’re Only a Phone Call Away.
Whether you’ve just noticed fleas or they’ve taken over your home, CB Pest Control can help break the cycle and get them under control quickly.
📞 0435 017 446
✉️ cbpestservices@gmail.com
🌐 www.cbpest.com.au
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