Lice Removal FAQs
Here are some of the questions we hear most from Raleigh-Durham families.
How much does professional lice treatment cost in Raleigh, NC?
Pricing depends on your family size, hair length and density, and how severe the infestation is. Call our 24-hour LiceLine for an accurate estimate before you schedule. We keep pricing straightforward, with no bait and switch.
Will insurance cover lice removal?
Most standard health insurance plans do not directly cover professional lice removal. The cost is usually an eligible expense under a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, so you may be able to pay with pre-tax dollars. Check with your HSA or FSA administrator to confirm before your appointment.
What are the first signs of lice?
Itching is the most common early sign, often behind the ears and at the nape of the neck. You might also see tiny whitish lice eggs, called nits, glued close to the scalp, along with crawling nymphs and adult head lice. Head lice are parasitic insects that spread mainly through head-to-head contact, which is why they move fast through families and classrooms. Head lice live only on the scalp and differ from the body louse and pubic lice.
When should you choose professional lice treatment instead of at-home treatment?
If you have treated and combed and the lice keep returning, that is the signal to call. Over-the-counter products often miss nits, and many lice populations now resist common ingredients such as pyrethrins. A trained specialist removes every louse and nit by hand in one visit, which is the part most at-home kits leave undone. Many families reach us after a pediatrician or school nurse first spots the problem.
How long does professional lice treatment take?
Most in-home visits run one to a few hours, depending on how many people need screening and the length and thickness of their hair. We work through each head carefully rather than rushing, because a complete comb-out is what clears the infestation for good.
Do professional lice treatments remove lice eggs too?
Yes. Removing lice eggs is the part that matters most. We use a professional metal lice comb and a proven comb-out technique to lift out nits along with crawling lice. Leaving eggs behind is the main reason infestations come back, so we never cut that step short.