Do Flea Bombs Work?

Flea bombs are not an effective method of flea control. The pesticides released do not penetrate the carpets or other fibers where the flea eggs and larvae are likely to be hiding. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln recommends an Integrated Pest Management approach, instead of the use of insect bombs.

Should I bomb my house for fleas?

So we don't recommend that you rely on a flea bomb. Instead, clean your house thoroughly with a vacuum and a steam cleaner. Your vacuum cleaner is, by far, your most effective weapon against this type of pest. ... In fact, this is so effective that you should vacuum even if you're also taking other steps.

How long do fleas live after bombing?

Let the residue stay on the carpets and floors for at least 14 days to make sure no flea will survive. It usually takes a couple of days before the fleas die off because of the insecticide.