Fleas

Fleas are pests that thrive in the Tampa area. Our hot, humid weather conditions allow these tiny pests to live, feed, and breed in large populations. Most people associate biting, blood-feeding fleas with pet owners, and while homeowners with pets are susceptible to flea problems, so are homeowners without pets. Fleas are parasitic pests that live on the bodies of their animal hosts. Animals like mice, rats, squirrels, skunks, raccoons, and stray pets can introduce fleas into any of our yards. When you, your kids, or pets come into contact with those fleas, you, in turn, introduce them into your home.

Fleas are tiny wingless insects with reddish-brown bodies flattened from side to side. They have six legs, with the last pair being bigger and more robust than the rest providing them with the ability to jump onto a host or out of the way of danger. Dealing with a flea infestation on your property is not only annoying but can be dangerous. They can drive pets mad by peppering them with their itchy bites. Heavy fleas infestation on pets can lead to hair loss, scabbing, and anemia. While we aren't a flea's primary host, they also pose a threat to people; plus, their bites are itchy and can pass diseases.