Fleas can infest homes and businesses, biting people and pets, spreading discomfort and disease. We provide safe, professional flea treatments to eliminate infestations safely and effectively.
Fleas are the most common biting insect we come across. Often our clients will report bites, which can become itchy and leave red marks on the skin. Typically we see fleas in properties with dogs or cats, but this is not always the case. Fleas themselves are very hard to spot, but you may see them briefly on your skin before they quickly hop away. You may also notice your pets scratching and grooming more intensely than normal, which could indicate a flea problem.
Flea infestations can be a challenging pest to battle on your own. It is vital to apply flea treatment to your pets, as advised by your vet. A treatment to your home is often also needed to fully clear the problem.Â
Only 5% of the flea population will be on the pet, with the other 95% on carpet, flooring and bedding in the form of larvae, pupae and eggs. This is why a This combined approach of treating pet and property gives the best chance of fully clearing the infestation.Â
As full members of The British Pest Control Association, you can be assured that we are both trained & qualified. We are fully insured and follow all industry Code of Best Practice, using only the most humane and effective methods available.
Although there are many species of flea, the two we typically see are:
Both species can do and do bite humans, and are responsible for transmitting a range of diseases to both people and animals. Human fleas (Pulex irritans) are not especially common in the UK.Â
There are a few signs that can indicate there is a flea problem in your property Here are some things to watch out for;
If you suspect you have a flea issue please get in touch and speak to a pest pest professional. Correctly identifying the problem early can save on time and costs.
Flea infestations are often down to bad luck, rather than caused by anyone’s faults or failures. There are a few steps you can take to help prevent a flea problem taking hold.
As mentioned above, you will want to treat any pets in the house, as advised by your vet. You will also want to increase the frequency of your hoovering to remove as many fleas, larvae and eggs as you can. Washing pet bedding is also vital to help reduce the population.
The next step would be to consider treating your home, which is where we can help. Flea treatments often require use of a professional residual insecticide applied to the flooring throughout the property. Our team will produce a bespoke treatment plan to fit your needs, one that is both effective and also safe for you, your family, and pets within the property.
A stream treatment may also be recommended for areas in which a chemical treatment cannot be applied, such as pet bedding or soft furnishings.
Every branch is run by local pest professionals who live and work in your area. We know your community, and your pest problems – better than anyone.
Our process is built around expertise, safety, and long-term results. From the first inspection to prevention, every step is tailored to your property and pest issue.
We begin with a detailed inspection to identify the pest and assess the severity. This helps us plan the best next steps.
Each pest issue is different. We create custom plans based on the pest type, property layout, and infestation level — from fleas and bed bugs to ants and wasps.
As BPCA members, we prioritize safe, non-toxic pest control wherever possible — protecting your property without harming wildlife or the environment.
We offer preventative measures like sealing entry points, traps, or monitors — helping stop pests from coming back and giving you long-term peace of mind.
No more guessing, no more damage. Let our trained professionals assess your space and implement a treatment that works.
No — fleas don’t live on humans. They may bite us, but they can’t stay on people or complete their lifecycle on our skin. Humans simply don’t provide the right environment for fleas to live, feed, and breed long-term.
A species called the human flea (Pulex irritans) does exist, but it’s now extremely rare in UK homes. Despite the name, even this species doesn’t actually live on humans; it prefers animals such as pigs, foxes, and badgers.
In almost every household case, the culprit is the cat flea, which will happily bite humans but must live in the environment or on pets to survive.
Clients often report they have treated there pets which seems to help, but they keep coming back.
The Fleas are not usually “coming back” — they are just still there, hiding in life-stage forms ready to resurface.Â
A typical infestation is made up of 95% eggs, larvae, and pupae in the home, and only 5% adult fleas on pets. When a property is treated, the adult fleas are dealt with quickly, but the immature stages continue to develop over the following days and weeks. This is why repeated treatments are usually required to break the life cycle.
With professional help, infestations are usually controlled within 2–4 weeks.
The problem usually feels immediately better after the first treatment. However follow up treatments will be required to break the fleas life cycle and stop them resurfacing.Â
