Flea Extermination Service

Fleas hitchhike on pets, wildlife, and clothing, then settle into carpets, baseboards, and furniture. Homes across Hamilton, Niagara, Halton, Brantford, and Kitchener–Waterloo see spikes in warm weather — and indoors year-round when pets or visiting animals keep the cycle going.

What to know

Adult fleas bite people and pets. Eggs, larvae, and pupae hide in flooring and upholstery, which is why a single spray on the dog rarely ends the problem. You need a plan that hits the life stages in the home as well as on the animal.

Avid Pest Control treats rooms where pets rest and people sit — carpets, rugs, furniture skirts, and baseboard edges — with products that target adults and developing stages. You will vacuum thoroughly before and after (bag or empty the canister outside) and wash pet bedding on hot. Coordinate with your vet so pets are on an appropriate flea product the same week; indoor treatment alone cannot outrun untreated animals.

Expect a short series of visits when the infestation is established. Pupae can wait out a single treatment, then hatch days later — follow-ups catch that wave.

Outdoor fleas near decks, dog runs, and shaded soil can reseed the house. Raccoons, skunks, and feral cats under porches are common sources. If we see outdoor pressure, we will discuss yard treatment and exclusion so you are not stuck in a rinse-and-repeat cycle.

Call when bites continue after pet treatment, when guests complain, or when you see fleas in rooms pets rarely use. Dial (905) 902-4222 — Avid Pest Control covers Hamilton through Niagara, Halton, KW, and Brantford.

Home + pet

Eggs, larvae, and pupae hide in flooring and upholstery — treating only the pet rarely ends the problem.

Where we treat

Carpets, rugs, furniture skirts, and baseboard edges where pets rest and people sit.

Pupae wave

Pupae can wait out a single treatment, then hatch days later — follow-ups catch that wave.

Outdoor reseeding

Decks, dog runs, and wildlife under porches can reseed the house; outdoor pressure gets noted when we see it.

How we usually handle it

Straight sequence — free phone estimate first, then work sized to the building.

Phone estimate

Pet types, flooring, and whether outdoor pressure is likely. (905) 902-4222.

Prep before visit

Vacuum, wash pet bedding, clear floor clutter.

Treat the structure

We handle the home; coordinate on-animal products with your vet.

FAQ

Fleas biting you or your pets?

Avid Pest Control treats homes across Hamilton, Halton, Niagara, Brantford, and nearby communities. Related indoor pests: bed bugs and cockroaches . Book on our contact page .

Do I have to leave the house?

Prep and re-entry times depend on the products used. Your technician will give clear timing before we start — typically a few hours, not overnight.

Will one visit fix it?

Light cases sometimes settle after one thorough indoor treatment plus pet care. Established infestations usually need a follow-up in one to two weeks.

Can fleas live without pets?

Yes, for a while — they feed on people and can persist in vacant rooms. Long-term control still means removing the animals or wildlife feeding them.