The thought of having fleas in your home may sound ridiculous or something only people with poor hygiene might encounter.  Unfortunately, anyone can end up with these bothersome pests inside their home. Fleas are a type of parasites and they feed on the blood of humans and animals.  These pests will bite leaving itchy, uncomfortable bumps.  Fleas can also reproduce and create a serious infestation in your home if the problem is not treated. Another problematic trait of fleas is that they can live for extensive periods of times without any food. 

Pets are often the source of your flea problem, so this is usually a good place to start.  For most people, pets are like an extension of the family, so you want to make sure they aren’t being plagued by these bugs anyway.  Continue reading →