Say Goodbye to Fleas in Orange County, CA: Reclaim Your Space with Preferred Pest Control
Flea infestations can be a major headache for homeowners, property managers, and business owners in Orange County, CA. In this blog, we explore the challenges and risks associated with fleas, the benefits of eliminating them, and how Preferred Pest Control can provide effective solutions to help you regain control of your living or working space. Fleas can turn your tranquil Orange County home into a frustrating battleground, causing discomfort for you, your family, and your beloved pets. These tiny pests multiply rapidly, making it challenging to eradicate them without professional assistance. Preferred Pest Control is here to help you understand the pains of flea infestations, the gains of eliminating ...
Flea Season Is Here: Protect Your Pets and Home with Preferred Pest Control
As the weather warms up and we move into the month of May, many of us look forward to spending more time outside with our pets. Unfortunately, this is also the time when flea season begins in Orange County, California. Fleas are a common problem for pet owners in the area, but with the help of Preferred Pest Control, you can keep your furry friends and your home flea-free this season. At Preferred Pest Control, we specialize in pest management services that are safe and effective for both people and pets. We understand that fleas can be a major problem for pet owners, causing discomfort and even health problems for ...
A Guide to Fleas in Orange County
Fleas are microscopic insects that, despite their small size and brief lifespan (2-4 weeks), may create significant issues for humans. Fleas, which feed on the blood of a variety of animals, require a blood meal to continue their reproductive process. The fleas’ favorite hosts include dogs, cats, rats, deer, skunks, foxes, and other wild animals. Fleas will attack and feed on human blood if we are around, but they will not seek humans out. Fleas are well known for jumping out of the path of danger or onto their much bigger host utilizing their enormous, strong rear legs. Fleas and Their Dangerous Affects Fleas do feed on blood and are ...
GOT FLEAS? How To Regain Control Of Your SoCal Home
As much as you love your furry family members, you certainly have no love for the fleas that often come along for the ride and infest your home. If you find your home infested with fleas, the team at Preferred Pest Control wants you to know, there are steps you can take to get rid of those pests and regain control of your home. Identify the Culprit Be sure the tiny pests in question are fleas and not some other equally annoying insect like bed bugs or dust mites. If you see “flea dirt” on your pets, usually on their stomach or backside, you are likely dealing with fleas. If ...
Please, No Fleas! Why There’s an Outbreak in Orange County
Orange County Flea Outbreak Seriously, you’re telling me these fleas won’t go away? Your poor pup may be looking at you like you’re crazy. Unfortunately, the slightly cooler weather in Orange County doesn’t necessarily mean fleas are going away. In fact, according to the CDC, illnesses from fleas as well as mosquitos and ticks have more than tripled between 2004 and 2016. And, unfortunately, LA County residents are seeing the results. The City of Angels and surrounding areas within the county have fallen victim to a recent Typhus outbreak instigated by fleas nestled in hosts none other than the opossum. This is unusual considering fleas typically are known to live ...
Southern California Fleas
Flea season is here! They enjoy the summer just as much as we do and if you want a summer free of them, call Preferred Pest Control today! Need help with your Fleas? Give us a call today! (714) 486-2637 Facts About Fleas Fleas are parasites that feed on any warm blooded animal, including us humans. They thrive in warm humid climates which makes the summer season a perfect time for them to prey on you and your pets. You can identify a flea by their dark color, narrow body, and their ability to jump anywhere from 7-16 inches vertically and horizontally. Fleas range in size from 1/12 – 1/6 ...
Summer Heat & Flea problems in Orange County
The first thing to figure out when dealing with flea issues is to find the carrier. It could be a dog or a cat, or it could be an animal coming into your property, which happens more often than not. Most of the time we find that skunks and possums end up bringing fleas and ticks onto the property. Most people treat their pets with flea shampoo’s, powder or even medications like Advantage which help, but doesn’t remove the flea 100%. Preferred Pest Control can solve your Flea infestation problems today, just call (714) 486-2637 to make an appointment today. About Fleas: Fleas are the insects forming the order Siphonaptera. They are wingless, with mouthparts adapted for piercing skin ...