Why Fleas Turn Up in Westminster Flats
Flats above Soho's shopfronts
The flats sitting above Soho's shops and restaurants often have long-term residents with pets, and flea eggs sitting dormant in the carpet can hatch all at once once footfall in a room picks up after a quiet spell.
Pimlico's rented flats
In Pimlico's rented flats, a previous tenant's cat or dog is often the source even for a current occupant with no pet of their own — the eggs can survive in carpet fibres for weeks after the animal itself has gone.
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
Stopping Fleas Returning
Thorough vacuuming before and after treatment makes the biggest difference to how quickly it clears.
