American Cockroach Control
Blackburn

American Cockroaches

When we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, mechanically we shout. Cockroaches are the most hated 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 that are known in Australia.

One of the common household roaches which we encounter is the American cockroach. In other countries, it is known as "Palmetto Water Bug". American cockroach is about 3 centimeters long. They are known to infest homes and businesses although they generally live outside.

The male specie of the roach has high sensitivity to female cockroach pheromones. Whereas the female ones are proactive egg producers for they can lay a sack of 16 eggs after mating. One amazing fact though is that, even without reproduction, the female can lay eggs using saved sperm and can live up to one year.

Despite their size, these cockroaches move extremely fast, and can maneuver under doors into fairly small cracks. They prefer moist, humid areas, and typically live in environments where temperatures average at least 29 degrees. Found in sewers, drains, large cracks or nooks around a building’s foundations or beneath a building. American cockroaches are scavengers that prefer organic matter.

Problematic infestations of American Cockroaches in residential buildings are uncommon. Their large size means that they are easy to view and catch. Their preference for warm temperatures also slows their development. As American cockroaches tend to enter buildings via plumbing infrastructure, building foundations, or under doors, stopping up these areas will help manage initial infestations. Residual insecticides are effective.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

To know if you have roach problems, here are tell-tale signs you can check in your home:

• Seeing live roaches – cockroaches are nocturnal and cover up during the day, you will probably observe them when turning on the light in the kitchen during the evening
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a dust of black droppings less than 1mm wide and of varying lengths
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – roaches leave behind egg capsules that encapsulate multiple eggs and as they develop, they molt or shed skin over 5 times as they mature
• Damage – roaches will attack natural Items inclusive of leather-based particulars and books
• Scent – dominant cockroach infestations produce a terrible, moist odor

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

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

A standout amongst the best methods for controlling a cockroach infestation would be to prevent their access to food and water:

• Ensure sinks are dry and faucets are not leaking
• Keep your food in air-tight containers and sealed plastic bags
• Clear utilised dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clean food wastes from under refrigerators or stoves
• Make sure wet and dry rubbish are put in separate trash bins and eliminate wet garbage immediately to prevent flies and cockroaches festering on it
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Expel pet food, water and litter trays overnight

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

Sealing entrance points throughout your home or business property can help prevent cockroaches from entering your property. Key risk areas are gaps under doors or around pipes to the outside or neighbouring properties.

If you think you’ve got frustrating cockroach infestation encounter, seek help immediately from pest control professionals.

We at Local Pest Control Eastern Suburbs, take pride from being a reputed & credible pest control service provider which can treat residential as well as commercial spaces with very high levels of expertise. We provide excellent general pest management solutions as well as specialised pest control solutions.

If you have any pest control issues at all, we urge you to get in touch with us for a top rated service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the products you employ?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You can rest assured that any active component they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as fast as you are able to. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the surface.

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