Fleas are tiny, wingless parasites that live off the blood of mammals and are often introduced by pets, but quickly spread to carpets, furniture, and bedding. A flea infestation isn’t just irritating—it’s also a potential health hazard. Repeated flea bites may lead to skin reactions, infections, or even allergic responses in both humans and animals. Worse still, a female flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, turning a small issue into a full-blown crisis in under a week.

Common signs of a flea infestation include persistent scratching or biting in pets, particularly around their neck, tail base, and groin. You may also spot tiny black specks—flea dirt—on pet fur, bedding, or carpets. Flea bites on humans usually appear as small, red, itchy bumps, often in clusters around ankles or legs. In severe cases, you might see fleas jumping on upholstery or across floors. Eggs and larvae are harder to spot, as they tend to hide deep in fabrics and crevices.

Common signs of a flea infestation include:

• Frequent scratching or grooming in pets

• Red bites, usually around ankles or lower legs

• Black specks (flea dirt) on bedding or pet fur

• Jumping insects spotted on carpets or furniture

• Visible larvae or white eggs in pet bedding or floor crevices

Because fleas are small and fast-moving, DIY sprays rarely solve the problem. Only professional inspection, targeted treatments, and expert prevention advice from a Flea Control in London service can fully eliminate them from your property.