🧐 Not Sure if It’s Lice? Here’s How to Check Like a Pro
If you’re unsure whether you or your child has head lice, performing a thorough at-home check is the first step. Here’s what you’ll need to spot lice and nits effectively:
✅ What You’ll Need:
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Wide-Toothed Comb:
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Use this first to detangle the hair before checking for lice.
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Metal Lice Comb (Professional-Grade Recommended):
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For the most accurate results, we recommend using a professional-grade lice comb.
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You can purchase one online and have it delivered same day in most cases if you’re in Virginia Beach, or shipped Next Day Air (NDA).
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If a professional comb isn’t an option, a metal comb from your local drugstore is a backup, but avoid the plastic combs included in over-the-counter (OTC) kits—they are ineffective at removing nits.
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Good Lighting:
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Sunlight is best for visibility, but a desk lamp or bright light works well if you’re indoors.
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Water or Lice Solution:
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Dampen the hair with water or use a professional-grade nit-dissolving solution or mousse to make detection easier.
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If you can’t access a professional solution, a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water is a helpful alternative.
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Paper Towels:
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Use these to wipe the comb after each pass and check for lice or nits.
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🏙️ Popular Virginia Beach Neighborhoods We Service
At Let’s Be PALS, we proudly provide expert lice treatment services throughout Virginia Beach and the surrounding areas, including:
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Chesapeake Beach
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Kings Grant
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Green Run
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North End
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Princess Anne
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Great Neck
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Shore Drive
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Pungo
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Indian River
🎓 Serving Schools Across Hampton Roads
Does your child attend school in Virginia Beach? We’ve successfully treated thousands of children throughout the Hampton Roads area, including students from every school in Virginia Beach—from preschoolers to high schoolers.
🚫 Lice Don’t Discriminate
Head lice can happen to anyone—they don’t care about age, hygiene, or lifestyle. When lice are discovered in your household, it’s essential to screen all family members to prevent re-infestation.
🔍 Why Wet Head Checks Are More Effective
You can’t properly diagnose lice just by looking at the scalp.
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Wet head checks are proven to be 70% more effective at detecting live lice compared to dry checks.
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This is why our thorough screening process uses professional tools and techniques to ensure accurate detection and treatment.
💡 Suspect Lice? Don’t Wait—Get Checked Today!
If you’re in Virginia Beach or the surrounding areas, trust Let’s Be PALS for fast, reliable, and guaranteed lice removal.
📅 Book your lice treatment today:
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📞 Call: 757-769-8639
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📱 Text: 844-369-8170
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🌐 Book Online: Let’s Be PALS
Get peace of mind with PALS—the trusted experts in Virginia Beach! 💙
We’ve treated families for head lice in most of the area Virginia Beach Schools:
Alanton Elementary. Arrowhead Elementary. Bayside Elementary. Bayside High. Bayside Middle. Birdneck Elementary. Brandon Middle. Brookwood Elementary. Centerville Elementary. Christopher Farms Elementary. College Park Elementary. Cooke Elementary. Corporate Landing Elementary. Corporate Landing Middle. Cox High. Creeds Elementary. Dey Elementary. Diamond Springs Elementary. Fairfield Elementary. First Colonial High. Glenwood Elementary. Great Neck Middle. Green Run Collegiate. Green Run Elementary. Green Run High. Hermitage Elementary. Holland Elementary. Independence Middle. Indian Lakes Elementary. Kellam High. Kemps Landing/Old Donation School. Kempsville Elementary. Kempsville High. Kempsville Meadows Elementary. Kempsville Middle. Kings Grant Elementary. Kingston Elementary. Landstown Elementary. Landstown High. Landstown Middle. Larkspur Middle. Linkhorn Park Elementary. Luxford Elementary. Lynnhaven Elementary. Lynnhaven Middle. Malibu Elementary. New Castle Elementary. Newtown Elementary. North Landing Elementary. Ocean Lakes Elementary. Ocean Lakes High. Parkway Elementary. Pembroke Elementary. Pembroke Meadows Elementary. Plaza Middle. Point O View Elementary. Princess Anne Elementary. Princess Anne High. Princess Anne Middle. Providence Elementary. Red Mill Elementary. Renaissance Academy. Rosemont Elementary. Rosemont Forest Elementary. Salem Elementary. Salem High. Salem Middle. Seatack Elementary. Shelton Park Elementary. Strawbridge Elementary. Tallwood Elementary. Tallwood High. Thalia Elementary. Thoroughgood Elementary. Three Oaks Elementary. Trantwood Elementary. Virginia Beach Middle. White Oaks Elementary. Williams Elementary. Windsor Oaks Elementary. Windsor Woods Elementary. Woodstock Elementary
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