For the best chance of first time success when having a flea treatment performed and for the safety, comfort, and health of all concerned, the following should be observed.


     

1) The first is a water based, odorless Adulticide that is applied to the
   carpeting, flooring, and other likely areas where adult fleas will be
   harboring.

2) Growth-regulator is used because it is designed to give more long term
   control. It inhibits the development and reproduction of larval fleas. This
   material is mixed in with the water based Adulticide that is applied to the
   flooring.

3) A fogging material is released inside the home. This will cause the fleas at
   the base of the carpet or in furniture to emerge and come in contact with
   the water based spray that was initially applied.

Flea treatments are not covered under the Tri-Annual program. Treatments are done on a Single Service basis and have a 90 day guarantee. Call our office today if you think you have a flea problem in your home.

Flea Treatment Guidelines
 

Environmentally Friendly Pest Control
Aurora: 630-236-1600
Rolling Meadows 847-577-0740

The following is a brief description of how your home will be treated and the 3 materials that will be used.

a As soon as practical prior to treating the home for fleas all
      carpeting, flooring, upholster, and mattresses should be
      thoroughly vacuumed. Use a clean vacuum cleaner bag to
      obtain the best suction. Dispose of the bag by sealing it
      tightly in a heavy plastic trash bag and placing it in a trash
      can outside of the house. For extra control, place a piece
      of an over the counter flea collar on the inside of the
      vacuum bag to kill any live fleas caught in the bag.
 
a All sheets, blankets, and other bedding should be washed
      in detergent and the hottest water the fabrics can tolerate.
      Clothing, throw-rugs, and other textiles on or close to the
      floors should also be washed or dry-cleaned. Since you
      will need to be out of your home for a few hours following
      the flea treatment we recommend you use this time to take
      these items to a Laundromat for cleaning.
 
a Make sure the floor, furnishing, and trim are as accessible
      as possible for the pest control technician. This may mean
      placing smaller pieces of furniture on top of larger pieces.
 
a In all cases when a pet is present in the home the pet
      should receive a flea treatment by a veterinarian of other
      qualified animal-health professional. This treatment should
      be performed at the same time that your home is being
      treated. Your veterinarian may also wish to prescribe one
      of several long-term flea control medications for your pet.
 
a Before the treatment can be done the homeowner must
      pick up loose items off the flooring as if they were
      prepping for a carpet cleaning. If this is not done the
      technician will not be able to perform the service.

a It will be necessary for the homeowner to remain out of the
      home during the treatment and for 2 hours afterwards,
      (until the product is dry). Again, we recommend this time
      be used to take larger items to the Laundromat for
      cleaning.