Question: What can we do about fleas?
We sprayed with flea spray, but there are no animals in the home.
In a nutshell, yes, you can get fleas even if you don’t own a pet. Several reasons could account for this:
The presence of fleas may be a sign that the former owner or tenant had animals in the home. The fleas were already there in the carpets when they moved out. Fleas will remain dormant in their cocoons until they sense movement. They are patient enough to wait months. Those flea larvae have now matured into adult fleas, and they are hungry. In the absence of a canine or feline companion, human beings must fill the void.
Flea infestations on porches, decks, and around doorways could also be brought about by stray animals. Fleas and flea eggs can be spread throughout your home if wildlife such as skunks, squirrels, raccoons, or opossums have been spending time in your attic or crawl space. Rodents like mice and rats are notorious for bringing fleas indoors.
