Flea eggs, for instance, laid by adult female fleas, roll off pets' coats into any crevices (including carpets, rugs, pet bedding, skirting boards and floorboards). The hatching larvae burrow deep down to protect themselves in these crevices and soft furnishings where they turn into pupae. They can stay in this state for as long as a year but, eventually, they will develop into adult fleas, leap onto your pet as it passes and the life-cycle starts again.

You will need a wide, shallow dish of a light colour, a directional lamp (such as a desk lamp) some washing up liquid, and some warm water. Just before you go to bed at night, place the bowl on the floor near to pet bedding or any other area you suspect may be lousy with fleas. Fill the bowl with warm water and some washing up liquid (which provides surface tension on the water) point the lamp over the surface of the bowl, and go to bed. During the night, any fleas present will jump into the light, get caught on the surface of the water and drown. If you find any more than a couple of corpses the next day, unfortunately, you have the warning signs of an infestation. What to do once you have detected a flea infestation Did you know that only 5% of fleas live on your pet? Fleas have a complicated life-cycle, 95% of their life is spent in the form of eggs, larvae and pupae that are actually in your home. In real terms, that means that for every flea you see on your pet, there are potentially 20 more of its friends and family in your home. Varying in content, some of the sprays are non-toxic and will cause no harm to you, your pets, and other animals that live on your territory. Meanwhile, other products might contain some harmful additives and you will have to thoroughly ventilate the rooms after product application. With that, it is advisable to go for safe treatments that will cause no allergic reactions. After application, it is recommended that you vacuum regularly as the vibrations will stimulate any pupae to hatch into adult fleas, at which point Indorex's adulticidal properties will take effect. Vacuuming will also help remove any lingering dust mite fragments which otherwise remain potent allergens to some people and pets.

Carpets, curtains, clothes and soft furnishings can all harbour fleas, and can be very stubborn to remove. In the worst case scenario, you may even have to consider replacing a lot of your fabrics after treatment if flea infestation persists. But before you take that rather drastic step, try this: Do note, though, that this product doesn't provide an immediate effect as some of its counterparts and you'll have to wait for some time to see the first improvements. And if necessary, you can disinfect your living area one more time in 7 days.

Indorex Defence is an easy-to-use insecticidal spray which kills adult fleas and house dust mites and prevents the development of flea eggs and larvae.Indorex Defence kills adult fleas for 2 months after spraying and continues to protect your home against fleas and house dust mites for 12 months.1 can is enough to treat an average 3-4 bedroom home. Protect your home from unwanted visitors with Indorex Defence Household Flea Spray.Using a spot-on or tablet fleat treatment for every cat and dog in your household is essential to control fleas on your pet.But did you know that flea eggs, larvae and pupae will live in our homes all year round? The most effective way to protect your home from flea infestation is to use award winning Indorex Defence Household Flea Spray. A flea bomb is a smoke treatment that kills any fleas in the area once activated, and you may need several, one for each room of the house. Make sure any cupboards containing clothes are also treated, hot washed or disposed of too, and any cushions and soft furnishings are treated. You will need to remove yourself and any plants and animals (including fish) from the home while the flea bomb works and clears from the air- maybe a good opportunity to take your pets to the groomers for a flea bath! Flea sprays Treating your home itself is equally important and something which may take more than one treatment to achieve. To proceed, the spray is safe for use at any part of your home. You can sprinkle it over your carpets and furniture without the risk of greasy stains or even sanitize your pets' bowls. The only unpleasant thing is that this solution has a pretty strong smell. That’s why it is recommended to thoroughly air your living area after the application.The ARDAP long-term flea spray will keep your household free from many annoying insects for quite a while. Suitable for outdoor use, it is a perfect choice for those who want to disinsect not only their homes but also an adjacent area. Once you have positively identified the presence of a flea infestation in your home, the hard work really begins. Winner of the Your Dog magazine award for best flea product for the home for 11consecutive years, and the Your Cat magazine award for 7consecutive years!

If you have been using a good quality flea treatment for some time yet still find that it is not winning the war against fleas, you may need to consider changing to an alternative product. Even the best quality flea treatments can lose their effectiveness over time, as fleas in a given geographical area build up immunity to them. This is why in some areas, a flea product that works a treat may be almost useless in another, and is a well known phenomenon.Before using Indorex® Defence Household Flea Spray ensure that all of your doors and windows are closed. You should remove your pets from the area to be treated and ensure all your pet’s bedding is washed on a hot cycle. An odourless spray, Indorex is the only household spray proven to be UV stable - working equally well in areas with bright sunlight such as cars and conservatories, and is safe to use in households with very small babies as well as pregnant women. A single can is enough to provide coverage for a three bedroom semi detached house for a whole year. Start by shaking the can and removing the lid, hold the can upside down pointing it directly at the surface to be treated, at a distance of 50cm. Spray directly on all surfaces. Virbac Indorex Defence Household Flea Spray is a household friendly flea spray, that's also effective at killing dust mites and stopping development of eggs and larvae. Virbac’s Indorex keeps your home flea free for a full 12 months.