American Cockroach Control
Allawah

American Cockroaches

Once we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, automatically we scream. Cockroaches are the most despised pests and may stir commotion particularly when they fly. Globally, there are approximately 4,500 species of cockroaches recorded and there are 6 common ones which are known in Australia.

It is one of the largest pest cockroaches to invade houses and commercial properties. Also called the ‘Palmetto bug’ since they live on trees, the American cockroach favours dark, humid and undisturbed areas and can be found in sub-floors, basements, kitchens, roof voids and baths of houses. The American cockroach can fly and is found in coastal Australia, and often inhabits drains. A common feature of flying cockroaches is that they are all outdoor cockroaches, found in coastal regions.

The ootheca (egg case) containing up to 16 eggs are carried by the female for several days before being deposited. Sometimes cemented down and tend to be grouped. It hatches in 1 – 2 months. Nymphs usually develop in 6 -12 months, but it can take up to 15 months.

The American cockroach enjoys dark and humid places like sub floors, basements, kitchens, attic, roof voids and bathrooms. Apart from thriving as outdoor pests, American cockroaches frequently inhabit drains and located in coastal areas of Australia.

Infestations of American cockroaches in residential homes are unusual. Their large size means they are easy to see and capture. Their desire for hot temperatures additionally slows their development. As American cockroaches tend to enter buildings through pipes infrastructure, constructing foundations, or under doors, stopping up those areas can help control preliminary infestations. Residual pesticides are effective.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

Below are signs that you might have a cockroach infestation in your house:

• Live cockroaches – cockroaches are nocturnal and hide in the course of the day, you will probably see them whilst powering on the light in the kitchen during the night
• Droppings – roach droppings or feces are like black pepper and change in lengths
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – when roach develop, they experience molting (skin shedding) until they complete adult. Also, they leave vacated egg capsules behind or known as ootheca that encapsulates multiple eggs
• Damage – roaches will strike organic goods including leather and books
• Stale odor – when you are able to spot their nests, it is possible to smell an unpleasant musty odor that roaches produce in their infestation

If infestation is large and cannot be dealt by you alone, call in the help of the nearest pest control expert in town. However, there are also preventive steps you can do to safeguard your family and pets.

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

Here are some effective preventive measures you can do before calling help of the specialists:

• Ensure sinks are dry and taps aren’t leaking
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Clear dishes and cutlery after use
• Keep your kitchen and dining clean and mess-free
• Clean food wastes from beneath refrigerators or stoves
• Make sure dry and wet rubbish are put in separate trash bins and dispose wet garbage immediately to prevent flies and cockroaches festering on it
• If you have pets, make it a habit to remove pet food, water and litter trays overnight to reduce contamination
• Expel pet food, water and litter trays overnight

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

Sealing entryways in the course of your industrial or house resources can help prevent cockroaches from moving into your home. Check your area for gaps underneath doorways or pipes or neighbouring houses.

Sealing openings where cockroaches can conceal will help by removing access to resting and breeding areas. Cockroaches are nocturnal and hide during the day in cracks and crevices in the walls, around skirting boards or behind electrical sockets.

Local Pest Control Kogarah is a trusted and reputable pest control company which can treat residential just as business spaces with high degree of expertise. We offer efficient and effective pest control management recommendations that are long term and can guarantee you a pest-free environment.

If you suspect a roach infestation or some other pest problems, do not hesitate to give us a call and we will help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you use?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you possibly can. After a relatively short period of time, the water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biological studies and are certified to provide practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

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We are a specialist in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and wellbeing of your family being our top priority.

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Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home and in the work place. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and provide the best course of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties will require annual pest control however commercial properties, due to their safety and health regulations require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Kogarah, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can set up an annual programme for our customers to reduce their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to provide any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we are equipped to effectively deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the Allawah area.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service to keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and individual treatments) from coming back to your property.