Flea pupae inside their protective cocoons are completely resistant to insecticides. They can remain dormant for up to 12 months, hatching when vibration indicates a host is present. Breaking the life cycle requires an IGR.

Pets bringing fleas in from gardens or other animals
Purchasing or adopting a pet with an existing flea burden
Moving into a home previously occupied by pets
Wildlife (hedgehogs, foxes, rodents) visiting the garden
Secondhand furniture or carpets carrying dormant pupae
Pets scratching, biting, or grooming excessively
Small red bites on human ankles and lower legs
Black pepper-like specks in pet bedding (flea dirt)
Seeing small fast-jumping insects in carpet or bedding
White flea eggs visible in carpet fibres under bright light
A scientific, 3-stage approach to ensuring your space remains pest-free, safe, and certified.

Vacuum all carpets, wash pet bedding, and treat pets with vet-approved flea treatment before we arrive.

Full carpet, floor, skirting, and soft furnishing treatment with combined adulticide and insect growth regulator.

Follow-up guidance provided. Residual IGR continues working for 3โ6 months to break the egg-to-adult cycle.
IGR prevents eggs and larvae from maturing for 3โ6 months
Single treatment eliminates adults and breaks the cycle
Covers all life stages โ eggs, larvae, pupae, adults
Safe for pets after 2-hour drying period
Works even if fleas were laid before treatment
Exact quote provided free before any treatment begins. No hidden fees.
Every job is handled by a Pestyfy-vetted technician who follows our standardised process โ inspect first, treat only whats needed, and keep your home safe.
We match you with the best available technician in your area. You will receive their details before they arrive.

Our Safety-First protocol uses EPA-registered solutions that are tough on pests but gentle on your loved ones. You don't have to choose between a clean home and a safe one.
If pests return between scheduled visits, we return for free.

Everything you need to know before booking. Still have questions? Call us anytime.
Yes โ both are essential. We treat your home environment. Your vet should provide a concurrent flea treatment for your pet. Without both, reinfestation will occur.
Fleas in the pupal stage survive treatment and will emerge over the following 2โ3 weeks. This is normal. Avoid vacuuming for 5 days to preserve the residual treatment.
Vacuum all carpets and floors thoroughly, wash all pet bedding at 60ยฐC, and apply a vet-approved flea treatment to your pet on the same day.
Yes. Dormant flea pupae can survive in carpets for 12 months. If you move into a previously pet-occupied home and start getting bitten, flea treatment is required.
Yes, after the 2-hour evacuation period. IGR compounds have very low mammalian toxicity. All surfaces should be dry before children or pets return.
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