Why Fleas Turn Up in Islington Rentals
Short-let flats around Angel
The short-let flats and rooms around Angel change hands often, and flea eggs left dormant in carpet fibres after a pet has gone hatch once a new occupant's footfall and warmth return to the room, sometimes within days of moving in.
Older carpets in Islington's terraces
Some of Islington's converted terraced flats keep original or long-fitted carpet in bedrooms and hallways, giving flea larvae from a previous tenant's pet somewhere undisturbed to develop even in a household without a current animal.
Signs to Look For
- Small dark insects jumping on carpets, sofas or pet bedding
- Itchy bites, often around the ankles
- Pets scratching more than usual
- Tiny dark specks (flea dirt) in carpet fibres or pet bedding
Clearing Fleas From an Islington Home
Carpets, soft furnishings and pet bedding usually all need treating together — we'll cover that when you call.
