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Fleas are common and persistent pests that rapidly grow in numbers. Their bites don’t just cause discomfort and allergic reactions. These tiny, blood-sucking insects can also transmit diseases and parasites, like typhus and tapeworms. For effective flea control services, find your local flea control team at Mosquito Squad Plus®.

Flea Fun Fact💭

Some lapdogs were bred to protect people from fleas! It was believed that fleas would be more attracted to dogs than their human owners.

Identify Fleas Like A Pro

Fleas are known to infest homes and yards in search of a host, as they are parasites and need blood to reproduce. The first step to control fleas is knowing how to identify the pest. 

What do Fleas Look Like?

Fleas are tiny and wingless with reddish-brown, flat, oval-shaped bodies. They are only 1-3 millimeters long and have six legs. Their hind legs are largest and most powerful, allowing them to jump long distances. Their bodies are covered in bristles that help them cling to their hosts, and they have specialized piercing mouthparts for feeding on blood.

What Do Flea Eggs Look Like?

Flea eggs are oval-shaped and white or translucent. They can be very difficult to spot with the naked eye because they are about the size of a grain of salt. Flea eggs are smooth and tend to fall off their host into carpets, bedding, and floors. Since they are non-sticky and lightweight, they easily spread throughout homes and yards.

Signs of a Flea Infestation

If you think you may have fleas on your property, it’s important to act quickly. Female fleas can lay 50 eggs a day, so a minor flea issue can become an infestation before you know it!

Look for these common signs of fleas:

On Pets

A major sign of fleas on pets is “flea dirt,” which is flea feces containing digested blood. Flea dirt looks like black or dark specks on your pet’s fur and favorite areas. If you rub your pet with a wet paper towel, it will turn red from flea dirt. Sometimes you can also spot fleas themselves jumping or crawling through your pet’s fur, especially near the base of the tail, ears, and stomach. Changing behavior is another indicator of fleas. Your pet may become restless and anxious, avoid sleeping or lying down on their usual spots, or excessively bite or scratch their skin. Fleas on pets is also often a sign that there are fleas in your yard.

On People

Bites are the biggest sign of fleas on humans. Flea bites appear as small, red bumps, often in clusters along the legs, ankles, or waistline. They usually cause intense itching.

In Your Home

Signs of fleas in your house include the “flea dirt” mentioned above (dark specks), as well as eggs and larvae (small, worm-like, and pale-colored). Check bedding, furniture, carpets, and cracks in hard flooring.

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How to Deter Fleas and Manage Existing Populations

At the first sign of infestation, reduce the impacts of fleas by promptly treating your home and pets. Better yet, you can potentially avoid a flea infestation altogether with regular yard maintenance and a professional outdoor flea treatment service! 

How to Get Rid of Fleas in the House

Step 1: Treat pets

  • Use vet-approved flea shampoos, topical treatments, or oral medications.
  • Regularly brush a flea comb through your pet’s fur to remove adult fleas and flea dirt.
  • Wash pet bedding in hot, soapy water to kill fleas and eggs.

Step 2: Deep clean your home.

  • Vacuum carpet, furniture, and baseboards frequently. Dispose of the vacuum bags.
  • Steam clean; the heat kills flea eggs, larvae, and adults.
  • Wash household items like blankets and pet toys in hot water with soap.
  • Sprinkle food-grade diatomaceous earth (DE) on carpet and hard floors to dehydrate and kill fleas.

How to Control Fleas in the Yard

  • Trim bushes to reduce shaded areas.
  • Mow the lawn regularly.
  • Get a professional Yard Defender service to help manage fleas outside.
  • Remove debris such as leaf and wood piles.
  • Apply DE under bushes.
  • Limit food sources; for example, seal garbage and avoid feeding your indoor pets outside.
  • Water your lawn to reduce dry areas.
  • Spread cedar mulch.

Find Flea Pest Control Near Me

Professional flea control services are the best way to help prevent infestation and manage existing fleas. Our team identifies areas where fleas thrive and applies a treatment that controls and deters fleas for up to 21 days. Contact your local Squad® and discover how we can manage fleas outside.

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From your home’s perimeter to the property line, Mosquito Squad is passionate about helping protect from the potential dangers and irritations that bloodsucking pests bring to your space. Fighting mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests is as easy as 1-2-3!

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    Enjoy our services without the pressure of a contract—simple and stress-free.

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    If you are not completely satisfied with your treatment, contact your office within 14 days of service for a courtesy treatment at no additional charge.

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    We strive to schedule your service right away. Call us today, and we promise to have your first treatment scheduled and completed within 48 business hours*, weather permitting! *Only available in participating locations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fleas

Can fleas live on humans?

Technically, yes. However, fleas prefer to live on animals like cats and dogs because they can use their fur to hide and lay eggs in. Fleas tend to bite humans around the ankles, legs, and waist before jumping off. If there’s a large infestation, fleas might stick around on a person longer due to competition for resources.

What do flea bites look like?

On both people and animals, flea bites typically appear as small, red, raised bumps. On humans, these bites are often clustered. Flea bites can be difficult to spot on animals with thick fur, but signs of the animal’s discomfort and skin irritation are usually noticeable, such as excessive scratching and biting.

Can fleas fly?

No, fleas cannot fly. They are wingless insects. Instead of flying, they move by jumping. Their powerful hind legs allow them to leap nearly 100x their body length!

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Larry was very informative and look forward to continuing the service', u'author_name': u'Jonathan Shepherd', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 26, 23, 10, 10), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Jonathan Shepherd', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118207385596544487620/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745709010, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK4Nv-pBrzO3VUd0SxldArWA-XP6e7SSPk7HKSjCzIRX-hJRA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Been with them for a year and last year was extremely enjoyable to spend outside in our yard without being attacked by mosquitos. The guys who show up to spray are always polite, friendly, courteous and quick. I was not home for this treatment but my wife said she was very pleased with Andrew who came to service our property.', 'review_content': u'Been with them for a year and last year was extremely enjoyable to spend outside in our yard without being attacked by mosquitos. The guys who show up to spray are always polite, friendly, courteous and quick. I was not home for this treatment but my wife said she was very pleased with Andrew who came to service our property.', u'author_name': u'Michael Jesus', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 26, 12, 10, 4), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Michael Jesus', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104013013047338016480/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745669404, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK8VLs4vN2xBSbTNTY_vr3Ryc5n5hV7nmeGdsh9Yndp47xvpA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'They are a great company, they are very professional and accurate. Their communication is excellent and fast. They are very flexible and helpful. Their treatment is on the spot. We have been using their services for almost one year. Five stars and totally recommend them.', 'review_content': u'They are a great company, they are very professional and accurate. Their communication is excellent and fast. They are very flexible and helpful. Their treatment is on the spot. We have been using their services for almost one year. Five stars and totally recommend them.', u'author_name': u'Brianna Luff', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 25, 21, 29), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Brianna Luff', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108050046830637547687/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745616540, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUlERAH595Ofy7nnWuJXPgQAZPE7fqoy0IG89LYItZV_bd8Otc=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'We\u2019ve had an amazing experience with Mosquito Squad! Their team is professional, punctual, and extremely thorough. From the very first treatment, we noticed a huge difference\u2014our yard has become a place we can truly enjoy again without constantly swatting at mosquitoes. They also took care of ticks, which gives us peace of mind for our family and German Shepherd. The technicians are always respectful of our property and take time to explain everything. I appreciate the reminder notifications and the consistent quality of service. If you\u2019re looking for reliable, effective mosquito control, Mosquito Squad is the way to go.', 'review_content': u'We\u2019ve had an amazing experience with Mosquito Squad! Their team is professional, punctual, and extremely thorough. From the very first treatment, we noticed a huge difference\u2014our yard has become a place we can truly enjoy again without constantly swatting at mosquitoes. They also took care of ticks, which gives us peace of mind for our family and German Shepherd. The technicians are always respectful of our property and take time to explain everything. I appreciate the reminder notifications and the consistent quality of service. If you\u2019re looking for reliable, effective mosquito control, Mosquito Squad is the way to go.', u'author_name': u'April Jackson', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 25, 20, 23, 54), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'April Jackson', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109998065598126637440/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745612634, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXpRCQMbXIFdqBpdIuquvDn1r1B-5PVAD_pWNjdUi4GfbdcJQ-97Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Omarylis was professional and thorough. Answered all my questions and went over all my concerns. Exceptional service!', 'review_content': u'Omarylis was professional and thorough. Answered all my questions and went over all my concerns. Exceptional service!', u'author_name': u'Carlos Alexandre', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 25, 16, 57, 46), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Carlos Alexandre', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110745843945179299092/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745600266, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI1qgS8xACbHKLCHaReNK58uxD_vClLg7NqtthB1rfCTcgJow=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'We have used Mosquito Squad for over a decade. We live on a lake and my wife is allergic to mosquitoes. Their product definitely works and eliminates those pesky insects so we can enjoy time on our deck without bug bites.\nHighly recommend!', 'review_content': u'We have used Mosquito Squad for over a decade. We live on a lake and my wife is allergic to mosquitoes. Their product definitely works and eliminates those pesky insects so we can enjoy time on our deck without bug bites.\nHighly recommend!', u'author_name': u'Christopher Young', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 25, 14, 47, 53), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Christopher Young', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100087965527257800152/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745592473, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWMR6ReXHSXbQe4Tn0IgWRy5LaG_tSCDwEFKUngP9L9MbTbgXHx=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3', u'language': u'en', u'text': u"04.24.25\nThe 2 gentlemen that came to my house today were amazing! They knocked on my door before they got started as requested. He listened to my concerns and promised to take good care of me. I have a pond on one side and a drainage area on the other. In addition my backyard is completely wooded, no sun, landscaped with mulch and is the perfect breeding ground for mosquitos. They were kind, considerate, personable and professional. I would have them back every time if I could! Thank you, gentlemen, for taking your time and treating me right. You made me feel cared about as a customer! EXCELLENT!\n\n08.30.23\nI can always count on Destinee to take care of me! She's on top of my Mosquito safe haven and knows exactly what I need! Thank you girl!\n\n08.03.23\nDestinee is so sweet!!! Gotta love her from the get go! Although I didn't hear any knock on my door ahead of time, she responded nicely when I went out to greet her. She seems to have done a very thorough job and I appreciate all the effort since we are a Mosquito safe haven!!! Thank you, Destinee!!!\n\n07.20.23\nSean Troyer always does a fantastic job. He's very personable, professional and thorough! He's a keeper!!! Appreciate you, Sean!\n\n09.15.22\nTim Frye is incredible!!! He listened carefully to my concerns and i appreciate that he took time for a job well done! He was kind, considerate, personable and professional. I would have him back every time if I could! Thank you, Tim, for taking good care of us!!!\n\n08.31.22\nKevin Slusher did an amazing job! He was kind, considerate, listened well, very professional and personable. The last 2 times have been much more effective so totally appreciate y'all!!!\n\n07/21/22\nShawn was amazing today! He greeted me and assured me that he would be extra thorough today since the mosquitos are so bad right now. He was friendly, considerate and professional. Thank you Shawn! Sure appreciate Mosquito Squad! Without you, I would not be able to step into our backyard.\n\n07/28/21\nThank you Gus! Our yard has been overrun with mosquitoes since the Squad was here last probably due to all the rain we've been getting. Thank you for taking ur time to try to be as thorough as possible. You did a great job! And I appreciate it very much! Good job Mosquito Squad!\n\n07/16/21\nThank you Logan Prater for picking up where Eric left off. I appreciate the knock on the door letting me know you're here. You were kind, considerate, knowledgeable, and thorough. You did a great job on my versatile forest-like back yard. A BIG THANK YOU!\n\n06/02/2021\nEric was absolutely amazing! He knocked on my door and let me know Mosqito Squad was here. He was very personable and did a very thorough job with the needs of my forest like backyard! I'd like to have Eric back every month! I see why he was the one doing the training! I highly recommend Eric! And Mosquito Squad! A BIG THANK YOU!!!\n\n05/29/19 Thank you, Ben and Joe for a great job taking care of my overwhelming yard with the pond on one side and a drainage area on the other! Appreciate your attentiveness to the needs of my yard and the environment! You nailed it today! Thank you!\n\nMay 2018\nA Big THANK YOU to Matt and Brian today for an AWESOME job spraying my overwhelming yard! They were wonderful to work with and aimed to please!!! You hit the mark, guys! T H A N K Y O U ! Mosquito Squad!", 'review_content': u"04.24.25\nThe 2 gentlemen that came to my house today were amazing! They knocked on my door before they got started as requested. He listened to my concerns and promised to take good care of me. I have a pond on one side and a drainage area on the other. In addition my backyard is completely wooded, no sun, landscaped with mulch and is the perfect breeding ground for mosquitos. They were kind, considerate, personable and professional. I would have them back every time if I could! Thank you, gentlemen, for taking your time and treating me right. You made me feel cared about as a customer! EXCELLENT!\n\n08.30.23\nI can always count on Destinee to take care of me! She's on top of my Mosquito safe haven and knows exactly what I need! Thank you girl!\n\n08.03.23\nDestinee is so sweet!!! Gotta love her from the get go! Although I didn't hear any knock on my door ahead of time, she responded nicely when I went out to greet her. She seems to have done a very thorough job and I appreciate all the effort since we are a Mosquito safe haven!!! Thank you, Destinee!!!\n\n07.20.23\nSean Troyer always does a fantastic job. He's very personable, professional and thorough! He's a keeper!!! Appreciate you, Sean!\n\n09.15.22\nTim Frye is incredible!!! He listened carefully to my concerns and i appreciate that he took time for a job well done! He was kind, considerate, personable and professional. I would have him back every time if I could! Thank you, Tim, for taking good care of us!!!\n\n08.31.22\nKevin Slusher did an amazing job! He was kind, considerate, listened well, very professional and personable. The last 2 times have been much more effective so totally appreciate y'all!!!\n\n07/21/22\nShawn was amazing today! He greeted me and assured me that he would be extra thorough today since the mosquitos are so bad right now. He was friendly, considerate and professional. Thank you Shawn! Sure appreciate Mosquito Squad! Without you, I would not be able to step into our backyard.\n\n07/28/21\nThank you Gus! Our yard has been overrun with mosquitoes since the Squad was here last probably due to all the rain we've been getting. Thank you for taking ur time to try to be as thorough as possible. You did a great job! And I appreciate it very much! Good job Mosquito Squad!\n\n07/16/21\nThank you Logan Prater for picking up where Eric left off. I appreciate the knock on the door letting me know you're here. You were kind, considerate, knowledgeable, and thorough. You did a great job on my versatile forest-like back yard. A BIG THANK YOU!\n\n06/02/2021\nEric was absolutely amazing! He knocked on my door and let me know Mosqito Squad was here. He was very personable and did a very thorough job with the needs of my forest like backyard! I'd like to have Eric back every month! I see why he was the one doing the training! I highly recommend Eric! And Mosquito Squad! A BIG THANK YOU!!!\n\n05/29/19 Thank you, Ben and Joe for a great job taking care of my overwhelming yard with the pond on one side and a drainage area on the other! Appreciate your attentiveness to the needs of my yard and the environment! You nailed it today! Thank you!\n\nMay 2018\nA Big THANK YOU to Matt and Brian today for an AWESOME job spraying my overwhelming yard! They were wonderful to work with and aimed to please!!! You hit the mark, guys! T H A N K Y O U ! Mosquito Squad!", u'author_name': u'Kristine Flores', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 25, 14, 19, 12), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Kristine Flores', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105921059698836527244/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745590752, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLM7x_rF5kO9yvM0VNHg_xK2iv44IubeSV8HMJkTI5sBaeXjQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Fully satisfied. All of the insects are gone. Great service, always on time and service inside and out the home. I HIGHLY recommend the "Squad".', 'review_content': u'Fully satisfied. All of the insects are gone. Great service, always on time and service inside and out the home. I HIGHLY recommend the "Squad".', u'author_name': u'Pete Belford', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 25, 1, 9, 23), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Pete Belford', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105248027408212538268/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745543363, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXJdYp2EhBqe6wULOn0bFgGt16SovQSpzvAoNKzmkY-6dkr-XPG=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Been using Mosquito Squad for years now.\nLove the service.\nI can enjoy my yard, I have not pests in the home and the team is always friendly and helpful!\nHighly recommend the service!!', 'review_content': u'Been using Mosquito Squad for years now.\nLove the service.\nI can enjoy my yard, I have not pests in the home and the team is always friendly and helpful!\nHighly recommend the service!!', u'author_name': u'Denise Gaudet', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 24, 20, 51, 35), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Denise Gaudet', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108875295991563462441/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745527895, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW5VRlRsxY3kK_ATuml2WF4WLKAQaiOWIk83tchyZPsBdcAbu8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Joseph from Mosquito Squad checked in with us before beginning to ask where we would like sprayed. He listened and asked clarifying questions. He was very professional, kind and respectful! Joseph was extremely thorough while spraying the yard and spent a lot of time getting every section! We are very satisfied with his work and would highly recommend him!', 'review_content': u'Joseph from Mosquito Squad checked in with us before beginning to ask where we would like sprayed. He listened and asked clarifying questions. He was very professional, kind and respectful! Joseph was extremely thorough while spraying the yard and spent a lot of time getting every section! We are very satisfied with his work and would highly recommend him!', u'author_name': u'Ashley Doucette', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 24, 16, 21, 58), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Ashley Doucette', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117257890422935031128/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1745511718, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}]

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