Fleas & Ticks
Small, blood-feeding parasites that attach to pets and enter homes. Fleas are fast jumpers; ticks attach and engorge. Both transmit disease — fleas carry tapeworm and Bartonella, ticks transmit Lyme, Ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
Identification
- •Flea: 1–4 mm, wingless, reddish-brown, flattened, strong jumping legs
- •Tick: 3–15 mm when engorged, eight legs, oval body, no antennae
Behavior & Habitat
- •Fleas complete life cycle in carpet, bedding, and yard soil
- •Ticks quest on grass blades waiting for hosts to pass
- •Both thrive in Houston's warm, humid climate year-round
Signs of Infestation
- •Pet scratching, red bite marks on ankles
- •Flea dirt (dark specks) on pet fur or bedding
- •Ticks attached to pet ears, neck, or belly
How We Treat
- •Combined interior and exterior treatment
- •Vacuuming protocol before/after treatment
- •Yard barrier spray for harborage zones
- •Follow-up at 2 weeks to break pupal cycle
Prevention Tips
- Keep pets on year-round vet-prescribed flea/tick prevention
- Regular pet grooming and fine-tooth combing
- Mow lawn regularly; remove leaf litter
- Wash pet bedding weekly on high heat
Fleas & Ticks — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I identify Fleas & Ticks in Houston?
Flea: 1–4 mm, wingless, reddish-brown, flattened, strong jumping legs. Tick: 3–15 mm when engorged, eight legs, oval body, no antennae.
What are the signs of a fleas & ticks infestation?
Pet scratching, red bite marks on ankles. Flea dirt (dark specks) on pet fur or bedding. Ticks attached to pet ears, neck, or belly.
How does Noble Pest & Termite treat fleas & ticks?
Combined interior and exterior treatment. Vacuuming protocol before/after treatment. Yard barrier spray for harborage zones. Follow-up at 2 weeks to break pupal cycle. Call (832) 589-1397 or schedule online for same or next-day service in most cases.
How can I prevent fleas & ticks?
Keep pets on year-round vet-prescribed flea/tick prevention. Regular pet grooming and fine-tooth combing. Mow lawn regularly; remove leaf litter. Wash pet bedding weekly on high heat.
Are fleas & ticks dangerous?
In the Houston area, fleas & ticks are a moderate-risk pest worth treating promptly. Small, blood-feeding parasites that attach to pets and enter homes. Fleas are fast jumpers; ticks attach and engorge. Both transmit disease — fleas carry tapeworm and Bartonella, ticks transmit Lyme, Ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
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