American Cockroach Control
Palm Beach

American Cockroaches

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

Cockroaches inflict the biggest nuisance when they infest homes and business establishments. Otherwise called the ‘Palmetto bug’ because they reside on trees, the American cockroach inclines toward dull, muggy and undisturbed zones and can be seen in subfloors, cellars, kitchens, roof voids and washrooms of houses. The American cockroach can fly and is located in beachfront Australia, and as often as possible occupies channels. A typical feature for flying cockroaches is they are for the most part outside cockroaches, found in seaside lands.

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

Despite their size, these cockroaches move extremely quickly, and can maneuver beneath doors and into fairly small cracks. They prefer moist, humid areas, and typically live in environments where temperatures average a minimum of 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.

So if you suspect cockroach infestation in your household and surroundings, take immediate action by calling the nearest pest control experts.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

The following are signs that you may possess a cockroach infestation 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 capsules and moultings – cockroaches shed their skin 5-8 days as they mature
• Damages – aside from food, cockroaches love to consume organic goods such as leather and books
• Stale odor – when you can spot their nests, it is possible to smell an unpleasant musty smell that roaches produce in their infestation

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

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

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

• Do not leave liquids in sinks or buckets overnight
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Clear used dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clear waste food, spillages and debri that 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 dispose wet garbage immediately to prevent flies and cockroaches festering on it
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Seal entry points you can see to prevent the roaches gaining entry into your household

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.

Sealing gaps 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 Northern Beaches is a reliable and reputable pest control company that can treat residential just as spaces with high level of expertise. We provide efficient and effective pest control management recommendations that are long term and will guarantee you a pest-free environment.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

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

It’s only an issue if the sprayed 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 duration, your carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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