Before we arrive to your home and treat it for ticks and fleas, we highly recommend that you clean the entire home to improve the speed and effectiveness of your treatment. We recommend that you wash all bedding, floors, and vacuum all carpets and rugs thoroughly. When we perform this treatment, you and your pet must remain out of the home for approximately 4 hours. For better results, we also recommend that you treat your animal the same day that we are treating your home.