American Cockroach Control
Lavender Bay

American Cockroaches

When we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, mechanically we scream. Cockroaches are the most hated pests and can stir commotion especially when they fly. Globally, there are approximately 4,500 species of cockroaches listed and there are 6 common ones that are known in Australia.

It is among the largest pest cockroaches to invade homes and business properties. Also known as 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 often inhabits drains. A common feature of flying cockroaches is they are all outdoor cockroaches, found in coastal regions.

The male specie of this 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 mating, the female can lay eggs using saved sperm and can live up to a year.

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

Hazardous infestations of American cockroaches privately structures are exceptional. Their substantial size implies they are anything but difficult to see and catch. Their inclination for warm temperatures additionally moderates their development as American cockroaches will enter structures through pipe framework, building establishments, or underneath entryways, sealing these sites can help prevent initial infestations.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

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

• Live cockroaches – cockroaches are nocturnal and hide in the course of the day, you will likely see them whilst powering on the light in the kitchen during the night
• Droppings – cockroaches go away with the dirt of black droppings less than 1mm huge and of varying lengths
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – roaches leave behind egg capsules that encapsulate multiple eggs and as they grow, they molt or shed skin more than 5 times as they mature
• Damage – roaches will attack organic goods including books and leather
• Unpleasant odor -cockroach exude unpleasant odors in locations where they usually infest

If infestation is large and can’t be dealt by you alone, call in the support of the nearest pest control expert in town. But, there are also preventive measures you can do to safeguard your family and pets.

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

A standout among the best methods for controlling a cockroach infestation is to prevent their access to food and water:

• Don’t leave liquids in sinks or buckets overnight
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Clear utilised dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clean food wastes from under refrigerators or stoves
• Take care with soiled napkins or dirty clothing
• Keep deny or mulch in sealed bins
• Eliminate pet food, water and litter trays overnight

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

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

Sealing openings where cockroaches can hide will help by eliminating 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 North Shore, take pride from being a reputed & credible pest control service provider which can treat residential as well as commercial spaces with very substantial levels of expertise. We provide excellent general pest management solutions as well as specialised pest management solutions.

If you suspect a roach infestation or any pest issues, don’t hesitate to give us a call and we will help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the constituents active they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any harm 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 accidentally touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a relatively short period of time, the carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the area.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide affordable service for pest management. Additionally, we have a team of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing because we know and understand the insects that are most commonly present in your local area or your community.

We specialize in the development of efficient and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed with the health and well-being of your family as our primary concern.

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Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the workplace. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify the pest problem and suggest the appropriate methods of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Lavender Bay residential properties are required to have annual pest control services however commercial properties because of their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we will arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and homeowners alike. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they have the tools to handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you can possibly experience within the Lavender Bay region.

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