American Cockroach Control
Petersham

American Cockroaches

Once we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, mechanically we shout. Cockroaches are the most despised pests and may stir commotion especially when they fly. Globally, there are approximately 4,500 species of cockroaches recorded and there are 6 common types that are known in Australia.

One of the common household roaches that we encounter is the American cockroach. In other countries, it is known as "Palmetto Water Bug". American cockroach is about 3 centimeters long. They are known to infest homes and businesses though they generally live outside.

The man specie of this roach has high sensitivity to female cockroach pheromones. Whereas the female ones are proactive egg producers because they can lay a sack of 16 eggs after mating. One wonderful fact though is that, even without mating, the female can lay eggs using saved sperm and can live up to one year.

Despite their size, these cockroaches move extremely fast, and can maneuver beneath doors and into fairly small cracks. They prefer moist, 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.

Problematic infestations of American Cockroaches in residential buildings are rare. Their large size means that they are easy to see and catch. Their preference for warm temperatures also slows their development. As American cockroaches are inclined to enter buildings via plumbing infrastructure, building foundations, or beneath doors, stopping up these areas will help handle initial infestations. Residual insecticides are effective.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

The following are signs that you may have a cockroach infestation in your house:

• Live cockroach – roaches are nocturnal pests and they usually roam around at night or in areas that 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 dust of black droppings less than 1mm wide and of varying lengths
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – when roach develop, they experience molting (skin shedding) until they complete adult. Also, they leave vacated egg capsules behind or known as ootheca which encapsulates multiple eggs
• Damages – cockroaches love organic goods and other than food, they assault natural materials such as leather and books
• Scent – dominant cockroach infestations produce a terrible, damp smell

If infestation is large and can’t be coped 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

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

• Don’t leave liquids in sinks or buckets overnight
• Keep your food in air-tight containers and sealed plastic bags
• Clear utilised dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clean food debris from beneath refrigerators or stoves
• Take good care of soiled napkins or dirty clothing
• Keep refuse or mulch in sealed bins
• Expel pet food, water and litter trays overnight

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

Sealing entrance 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.

Fixing entry points moving through your home or business property can keep cockroaches from entering your property. They probably enter through holes under entryways or around funnels to the outside or neighbouring properties.

We at Local Pest Control Inner West, take pride in our quality pest control work. Our services are guaranteed to make every house and businesses pest-free. We’re a reputed & credible pest management service that have high levels of experience.

If you have any pest management problems at all, we urge you to get in touch with us for a top rated service.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the products you use?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that any active component they come in contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects on humans.

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

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. After a brief period in time carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the surface.

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