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Kitchener · Waterloo · Cambridge · Guelph

Flea ExterminatorIn Kitchener-Waterloo

KW Pest Control treats flea infestations in homes in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph. We treat carpets, floors, furniture and pet areas with an adult insecticide and an insect growth regulator that stops eggs and larvae from developing. Your vet treats your pets the same week. Flea treatment costs about $500 before HST and carries a 90-day warranty.

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Why fleas are so hard to get rid of

Adult fleas on a dog or cat are only a small share of the problem. Most of the population is in the house as eggs, larvae and pupae. A female flea can lay dozens of eggs a day, and they drop off your pet into carpet, rugs, couch cushions, pet beds and the gaps between floorboards. Larvae hide from light deep in carpet fibres, then spin cocoons. Inside a cocoon, a flea can wait for weeks until warmth, vibration or breath tells it a host is near.

That’s why flea shampoo, collars or vacuuming on their own rarely solve an infestation. The life cycle has to be broken in the home and on the pets at the same time.

Pest control technician spraying the outside wall of a home

Where fleas come from

Pets. Dogs and cats pick fleas up outside, at kennels, groomers and dog parks, or from other animals.
Wildlife. Raccoons, squirrels, skunks and feral cats under decks or in sheds can bring fleas close to the house.
Moving into a new home. Flea pupae can sit dormant in an empty home and hatch when new people move in, even if you don’t have pets.
Second-hand rugs and furniture from homes with pets.

Signs of fleas

Bites on the upper body in lines or clusters are more likely bed bugs. See bed bug extermination.

Pets scratching, biting or licking themselves, especially around the neck, back and base of the tail
Small, itchy red bites on ankles and lower legs
Tiny dark specks (“flea dirt”) on pet bedding or in your pet’s fur that turn red on a damp paper towel
Fleas jumping on carpets, socks or pets
Hair loss or irritated skin on pets

Are fleas dangerous?

Flea bites itch and can cause skin reactions in people and pets. Pets with heavy infestations can develop flea allergy dermatitis and, in young or small animals, anemia. Fleas can also pass tapeworm to pets that swallow them while grooming. Talk to your vet about your pet’s health and the right flea product.

Our flea treatment process

Phone estimate.Tell us about the home, the pets and what you’re seeing. The estimate is free.
Prep.You vacuum thoroughly, wash pet bedding and throws on hot, clear the floors and book your vet to treat your pets the same week.
Home treatment.We apply an adult insecticide and an insect growth regulator (IGR) to carpets, rugs, floors, furniture and pet resting areas. The IGR keeps eggs and larvae from developing into biting adults.
Vacuum daily afterwards.Keep vacuuming for about two weeks. Vibration makes pupae hatch, so new fleas come out and contact the treated surfaces.
90-day warranty.If fleas are still active after the first few weeks, call us.

What to expect after flea treatment

Seeing some fleas for about two weeks after treatment is normal. Pupae in their cocoons are protected until they hatch, and then they contact the treated surfaces and die. Keep people and pets off treated areas until they’re dry, usually a few hours. Cover or remove fish tanks, and put away pet bowls and toys before the appointment. Ask your technician how long to wait before shampooing treated carpets.

How much does flea treatment cost?

Flea treatment for a home typically costs about $500 before HST and includes a 90-day warranty. Pet treatment is arranged separately with your vet. Your technician confirms the price before work starts. See the pest control cost guide.

How to prevent fleas

More tips on our blog: 7 ways to keep pets safe from fleas and ticks.

Keep pets on a vet-recommended flea prevention product, at least from spring to late fall.
Wash pet bedding often on hot.
Vacuum carpets, rugs and furniture regularly, and empty the vacuum outside.
Keep wildlife from nesting under decks and sheds.
Treat new pets before they come home, and check second-hand rugs and furniture.

Flea extermination in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph

KW Pest Control serves homes and businesses in four cities: Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph. That includes downtown Kitchener and Doon, Uptown Waterloo and Beechwood, Galt, Preston and Hespeler in Cambridge, and every Guelph neighbourhood from the Ward to the south end. Not sure we cover your street? Call 519-957-1766 and ask.

Kitchener · Waterloo · Cambridge · Guelph

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Flea extermination: FAQ

How long does it take to get rid of fleas?

Most homes are flea-free within three to four weeks of treatment, as long as pets are treated by your vet at the same time and you vacuum every day. Some fleas may hatch from protected cocoons for about two weeks after treatment. If fleas keep going after that, call us. Flea treatment has a 90-day warranty.

Do I need to treat my pets too?

Yes. The home and the pets have to be treated together, or fleas on your pets will restart the infestation. Ask your vet for the right flea product for each animal. We treat your home only and don’t apply products to pets, so book the vet visit for the same week as your appointment.

Is flea treatment safe for my pets and kids?

Yes, when instructions are followed. We use Health Canada-registered products, including an insect growth regulator, applied to carpets, floors and furniture. People and pets stay off treated areas until they dry, usually a few hours. Remove or cover fish tanks, and put away pet bowls and toys before treatment.

Why am I still seeing fleas after treatment?

That’s normal for about two weeks. Flea pupae inside cocoons are protected until they hatch, then they contact the treated surfaces and die. Vacuum every day, since vibration triggers hatching, and keep pets on their vet-recommended product. If fleas continue after two to three weeks, call us.

Can I have fleas if I don’t have pets?

Yes. Flea pupae can wait for weeks in an empty home and hatch when new people move in, which is common in rentals. Wildlife under decks or in sheds can also bring fleas close to the house. If you’re getting bites on your ankles and lower legs and don’t have pets, fleas are a likely cause.

How much does flea treatment cost?

Flea treatment for a home typically costs about $500 before HST and includes a 90-day warranty. We give you a free estimate over the phone and confirm the price before work starts. Treating your pets is arranged separately with your veterinarian.

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Call 519-957-1766 and tell us what you’re seeing. Estimates over the phone are free, and an inspection is required for an exact quote on larger jobs. The office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; leave a message after hours and we’ll call you back the next business day. Call 519-957-1766 Send Us a Message

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