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 ...
Fall Pests: Ant Infestations in Orange County
In most cold regions of the country, ants go into a dormant, hibernation-like state during the chilly fall months. But in Orange County, our temperate and balmy climate is a bit of a double-edged sword. It’s usually warm enough for ants to stay active all year long—yet just chilly enough that they may be encouraged to move indoors to stay protected from the elements. Here at Preferred Pest Control, we see an uptick in ant infestations each fall. And as Orange County’s pest control professionals, we’re offering some quick tips on what you can do to keep these unwanted pests out of your home this fall — plus info on how to deal ...
Do You Still Need Pest Control During Fall?
It’s been quite warm in Orange County, CA! Especially in the northern cities like Fullerton, Corona, and Orange. But when chilly fall weather comes rolling in, what could be better than staying inside and getting cozy? Orange County residents aren’t the only ones who think that way. Cold temperatures and limited food availability drive rodents, insects, and other common household pests to seek shelter indoors. As pest control professionals, we frequently see an uptick in infestations during the colder months. That’s why we’ve put together a few easy tips you can follow to keep pests out of your home during fall. Secure your garbage bins—both inside and outside New food ...
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 ...
How Did I Get Fleas And What Can I Do So I Don’t Get Them Again?
“But I don’t even have pets! How did I get fleas in my home?” We get this question a lot, especially in the summer time. Another question we hear is, “My pet is only an indoor pet, it never goes out or only goes in my back yard. How did my pet pick up fleas?” The most common way you get fleas is from stray cats and opossums. As they run through your yard, they drop off fleas and flea eggs. Then while spending time in your yard the fleas jump on you or your pet, and are unwittingly brought into your home. Even though this is the most common ...