Fleas are a very common household pest, but only the right method will eradicate them for good. Fleas enter your home most commonly through your pets, such as cats and dogs.
The most common flea is referred to as the cat fleas. They are about 1/8 in long with a flattened body from side to side and has no wings. It is a brownish black to black in color, when they are filled with blood they turn more reddish. Cat fleas have chewing mouth parts that they use to feed, however if there is no blood to feed on they can live for several months without.