American Cockroach Control
Earlwood

American Cockroaches

Cockroaches are often among the most hated household pests. They can cause quite a commotion, especially once you have flying cockroaches coming in 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.

It is one of the largest pest cockroaches to invade houses and business properties. Also known as the ‘Palmetto bug’ because they live on trees, the American cockroach prefers dark, humid and undisturbed areas and can be found in sub-floors, basements, kitchens, roof voids and baths of homes. The American cockroach can fly and is found in coastal Australia, and often inhabits drains. A common feature of flying cockroaches is that they are all outdoor cockroaches, found in coastal areas.

They are fast concerning reproducing. The male species are highly sensitive to female cockroach pheromones, whereas the female ones are active in laying eggs. If they mate, they are able to produce 16 sacks or capsules with numerous eggs inside. What is more? Interesting with the female cockroach is that without even mating, they can still produce eggs with saved sperm. All cockroaches can live up to 1 year.

Despite their size, these cockroaches move extremely quickly, and can maneuver under doors and into fairly small cracks. They prefer damp, 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 under 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

Below are signs that you might have a cockroach infestation in your home:

• Live cockroach – roaches are nocturnal pests and they usually roam around at night or in areas which are dim or no light at all and they are less likely to be seen in well-lit areas or during the day
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a residue of dark droppings under 1mm wide and of varying dimensions
• Egg capsules and moultings – cockroaches shed their skin 5-8 times as they grow
• Damage – roaches will strike natural Items inclusive of leather-based details and books
• odor – established cockroach infestations produce an unpleasant, musty smell

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

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

Here are some effective preventive steps you can do before calling help of the experts:

• Ensure sinks are dry and taps are not leaking
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Clear dishes and cutlery after use
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clear waste food, spillages and debris that are stuck in tight areas like under stoves, grills, grills and cupboards
• Take good care of soiled napkins or dirty clothing
• Keep deny or compost in sealed bins
• Remove pet food, water and litter trays overnight

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

Sealing entryways in the course of your industrial or house resources can help prevent cockroaches from moving into your home. Check your area for gaps under pipes or doorways or neighbouring houses.

If you think you have frustrating cockroach infestation experience, seek help immediately from pest control professionals.

Local Pest Control Marrickville is a respected & credible pest control company which can treat residential as well as commercial spaces with very substantial levels of expertise. We provide excellent general pest control solutions as well as specialised pest control 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

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 any active component they come in contact with, whether it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Can the spray cause any human health issues?

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

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

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas are still damp. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you are able to. In a short amount of time, the carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. We also have a staff of certified pest control specialists that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact while delivering effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we know and understand the species of pests that are found in your region or community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and well-being of your family 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 at work. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate method of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Earlwood residential properties are required to have annual pest management services however commercial properties because of their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Marrickville, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control services if extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly handle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the area of Earlwood.

We’ll offer you an efficient, courteous and cost-effective service that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and unique treatment) from returning to your home.