What type of surface should flea treatment prioritize for effective control?

Effective flea treatment should prioritize high traffic areas for a few key reasons. Fleas tend to thrive in locations where they are most likely to come into contact with hosts, such as pets and humans. High traffic areas are commonly frequented by pets and people, providing both an environment conducive to flea presence and an opportunity for these pests to hop onto a host.

Fleas can easily hide in the fibers of carpets or beneath furniture, but they are also heavily concentrated in places where activity occurs—like doorways, hallways, and areas where pets rest or play. By prioritizing treatment in these high traffic areas, you increase the chances of interrupting the flea life cycle and effectively reducing the population.

While carpeted floors, wood surfaces, and tile flooring can all harbor fleas to some extent, they do not necessarily possess the same high likelihood of flea activity compared to locations where there is consistent movement and interaction. Thus, focusing on high traffic areas is a strategic approach for enhancing the effectiveness of flea treatment efforts.