German Cockroaches Control
North Shore

German cockroaches on the loose

What do German cockroaches look like and where do you see them? Usually found in the kitchen area, this pest is small, 1/2 inch to 5/8 inch in length, and moderate yellowish-brown. German roaches can be distinguished from other roaches by two black parallel stripes on the anterior, dorsal portion of the thorax. If it is not the size of your thumb and it’s reddish brown to black, it’s a female wood roach. If It’s dark mahogany and the size of your thumb, then it is a smoky brown roach. If it is bigger (up to 1.5 inches), has wings, and is reddish-brown with a lighter edge over the mind, then it’s an American roach.

German cockroaches prefer to live close to their water and food source which are usually in the kitchen and bathroom. We put the maximum force gel in strategic areas around the kitchen and bathroom. The cockroaches consume the gel and die and then their partners in crime cannibalise them and die. After the cockroach egg capsules hatch the babies eat the gel then die. A successful German cockroach infestation can sometimes take up to a month to work because we must await the egg capsules to hatch.

These creepy crawlers will leave marks that indicate their presence such as excrement and egg cases (ootheca). They may also emit foul odors too due to their growing infestation. Their excrement droppings that look like black pepper. Do not just clean up these excrements without wearing protective equipment. The bacteria from these excrement droppings have been known to trigger allergies and asthma. It is important to take note of the location of the excrement to treat in these areas, however, remove it using a vacuum cleaner as soon as possible. The majority of the roach population is located in the kitchen or bathrooms.

Notorious for their global distribution, German cockroaches are easily identifiable by 2 dark longitudinal stripes on their pronotum. Adults grow to approximately 12 — 15mm in length. Most commonly found indoors, they prefer wet, humid conditions and are generally found in kitchens and bathrooms in houses and commercial properties.

Your German Cockroach Control Program

To begin with, in controlling the German cockroach infestation, consider first to clean your household and surrounding area and ensure that everything is mess-free. Below are simple things you can do to prevent these pests from festering around:

• Remove indoor trash or keep them emptied
• Keep trash dumpsters clean
• Make sure food isn’t left in the sink strainers and frequently run the garbage disposal
• Food containers should be sealed.
• Maintain dishes clean, no residue of food remaining
• All kitchen appliances (microwaves, toasters, ovens, refrigerators and stoves) should be clean
• Maintained in a clean condition so that it Is food free and grease free
• All pet food has to be picked up
• No food left out in the open
• Sweeping or vacuuming of any food particles or crumbs
• Eliminate empty soft drink bottles, paper bags and cardboard boxes

How Do You Prevent German Cockroaches?

Preventing cockroaches can be successfully carried out with a few basic steps. When it comes to prevention and control of pests, simple things like keeping doors and windows shut and good standards of cleaning and tidying that can make a huge difference.

Cockroaches like German cockroach can thrive indoors and outside. They can move in and out of the building and can even travel from neighbouring household to another location. That is why an unsuspecting infestation requires professional assistance. Pest control experts do a comprehensive site inspection to discover all potential harborages and as well as identifying the sort of cockroach species invading the region.

Doing a DIY method can’t simply guarantee complete eradication of cockroaches. If insecticides have been used, there’s a risk that the German cockroach simply sprinkled to another area. Professional assistance, particularly for bugs that are unknown, is important so as to locate and treat these harborages. If infestation is suspected, it is possible to discuss this with our certified technicians for effective cockroach control in your home or business.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you use?

The security of your pet is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that any active component they come in contact with, either when it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

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

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

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the surface.

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