Many older homes in Manly are timber Queenslanders on stumps, and the space underneath is often where the dog goes to escape the heat. The ground there is dry, dusty and shaded, which suits flea larvae well. Newer raised homes and houses on sloping blocks can have the same problem. Once fleas build up under the house, they travel up the stairs on your pet and into the home, and treating only the inside will not stop them coming back.
When you call, we ask how much room there is under the house, whether it is open or closed in with lattice, and what is stored down there. Sandy bayside soil can be especially inviting for larvae. You get upfront pricing, then we book a nearby independent crew who can treat:
- Open dirt and sand under highset homes
- Low crawl spaces under raised floors
- Under decks, stairs and verandahs
- Laundries and storage areas under the house
- Pet beds and mats kept downstairs
Before the visit, clear as much as you can from under the house so the crew can reach the ground. Move boxes, bikes and garden tools to one side, and wash pet beds on a hot cycle. If the area is closed off with doors or lattice, make sure the crew can get in. Keep pets away until the treated ground is dry.
Under-house flea control pairs well with an indoor treatment, since fleas from below often end up in the carpet and floorboard gaps above. If you are unsure where the fleas are coming from, a flea inspection can help. Your pets need their own flea plan from your vet. Call 07 3543 7770 to book under-house flea control in Manly.
