American Cockroach Control
Bilgola Plateau

American Cockroaches

Cockroaches are often among the most hated household pests. They can cause quite a commotion, especially once you have flying cockroaches coming at you. There are 4,500 cockroach species on the planet. In Australia, there are six common cockroach species that plague houses and businesses, one of which is the American cockroach.

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

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 such as sub floors, basements, kitchens, attic, roof voids and bathrooms. Aside from thriving as outside pests, American cockroaches frequently inhabit drains and located in coastal regions of Australia.

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

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

The following are signs that you will possess a cockroach infestation in your home:

• Seeing live insects – cockroaches are nocturnal and hide during the day, you’ll most likely see them when turning on the light in the kitchen at night
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a residue of dark droppings under 1mm wide and of varying dimensions
• Egg cases and cast skins – cockroaches shed their skin 5 to 8 times as they grow
• Harm – these insects will attack on natural products including leather and books
• Unpleasant odor -cockroach exude unpleasant odors in areas where they generally infest

Short-term solutions will do no good and less effective, hence, whether it’s a cockroach problem or any other pest issues, long term management programs are still the best.

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

Among the most effective ways of controlling a cockroach infestation would be to stop eliminating access to food and water:

• Ensure sinks are dry and faucets are not leaking
• Keep your meals in air-tight containers and sealed plastic bags
• Clear used dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clear waste food, spillages and debris which are stuck in tight areas like under stoves, refrigerators, drawers and cupboards
• Make sure dry and wet rubbish are put in separate trash bins and eliminate wet garbage immediately to prevent flies and cockroaches festering on it
• If you have pets, make it a habit to eliminate 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 entry 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.

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to humans.

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

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you possibly can. After a relatively short period of time, the water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Bilgola Plateau

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide low-cost solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed to ensure the health and well being of your family members as our primary concern.

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Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the work place. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Bilgola Plateau residential properties will require annual pest management services but commercial premises due to health and safety requirements require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Northern Beaches, after an initial inspection and treatment, we will set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively handle all kinds of pest control problems you may encounter within the Bilgola Plateau region.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and specific treatments) from returning to your property.