Carpet is the favourite breeding ground for fleas in most New Farm homes. Eggs fall off the pet and drop deep into the pile, larvae crawl down away from the light, and pupae sit tucked into the fibres where a quick vacuum cannot reach. If you are getting bitten around the ankles when you walk across the carpet, this is the service to book.
A carpet flea treatment covers the full carpeted area of each room, with extra attention on the edges, under furniture and anywhere pets like to lie. Those are the places where larvae gather, because they are dark and seldom disturbed. When you call, tell us how many carpeted rooms there are and roughly how big they are. We give you upfront pricing on the phone and book a nearby independent crew at a time that suits you.
The crew we book treats these parts of the carpet.
- The edges of each room and under skirting boards
- Under beds, couches and other furniture
- Hallways and walk-in robes
- Rugs and mats laid over the carpet
- Spots where pets sleep or sit in the sun
Vacuum every carpeted room before the visit, including under furniture and along the edges, then empty the vacuum into an outside bin. Move small furniture off the carpet if you can. Stay off the carpet until the crew says it is dry.
After the treatment, keep vacuuming daily for two weeks. The vibration brings the last pupae out so they hatch into the treated carpet. If you plan to shampoo the carpet yourself, wait until the crew says it is fine, as doing it too soon can undo the work. Your pets need their own flea plan from your vet. Call 07 3543 7772 to book a carpet flea treatment in New Farm.
