Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• carry out a full inspection of pet areas, carpets, soft furnishings and skirting to identify flea hotspots

• apply authorised insecticide treatments and an insect growth regulator to affected areas, targeting carpets, skirting and pet bedding

• treat adjacent rooms and advise on any external treatment around doorways and patios if fleas originate outdoors

• recommend and arrange follow-up visit(s) 7–14 days later to kill newly emerged fleas

• provide safety advice for pets and occupants, label treated areas and use PPE to reduce contamination risk

• advise on housekeeping steps such as vacuuming, washing bedding and timing of re-entry to treated rooms

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typical domestic treatments take 1–3 hours depending on number of rooms and infestation severity; follow-up visits are usually 30–90 minutes and are commonly scheduled 7–14 days later. Severe or multi-room infestations and any required external treatment can extend to a half day

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured and do you hold pest control qualifications such as BPCA membership

• what active ingredients will you use and are they safe for my cat, other pets and children

• what preparation do you expect from me (vacuuming, washing bedding, securing pets) and when should that be done

• how many visits are included, what are follow-up costs and what is the recommended schedule

• how long before pets and children can safely re-enter treated rooms and what ventilation is needed

• do you provide a written treatment record and guarantee for the work performed

How to Avoid Surprises

• ensure clear access to all affected rooms and move fragile items away

• vacuum thoroughly and dispose of hoover contents before the treatment

• wash or isolate pet bedding and ensure pets are secured or kennelled during treatment

• tell the tradie about pregnant household members or anyone with asthma or severe allergies

• arrange nearby parking or access to minimise delays unloading equipment

• check landlord or building rules before chemical treatment in flats or shared blocks