American Cockroach Control
Gledswood Hills

American Cockroaches

Once we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, automatically we scream. Cockroaches are the most despised pests and can stir commotion particularly when they fly. Globally, there are approximately 4,500 species of cockroaches recorded and there are 6 common ones which are known in Australia.

One of the common family roaches which 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 although they generally live outdoors.

The male specie of this roach has high sensitivity to female cockroach pheromones. Whereas the female ones are proactive egg producers for they could lay a sack of 16 eggs after mating. One wonderful fact though is that, even without reproduction, 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 damp, humid areas, and typically live in surroundings where temperatures average at least 29 degrees. Located in sewers, drains, big 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:

• 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 throughout the day
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a residue of dark droppings under 1mm wide and of varying dimensions
• Egg instances and cast skins – cockroaches shed their skin 5-8 days as they grow
• Damages – cockroaches love organic goods and other than food, they attack natural materials like leather and books
• Stale odor – when you can spot their nests, you can smell an unpleasant musty smell that roaches produce in their infestation

If infestation is large and can’t be coped 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 protect your family and pets.

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

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

• Try to not leave liquids in sinks or buckets overnight
• 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 which 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
• If you have pets, make it a habit to eliminate pet food, water and litter trays overnight to prevent contamination
• Expel pet food, water and litter trays overnight

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 openings where cockroaches can hide will help by eliminating 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 Oran Park is a reputed & credible pest control company which always allocate the best prices possible without compromising the quality of the job. If you are getting a lower price than we can provide, you should be questioning the quality and methods used.

If you suspect a roach infestation or some other pest problems, don’t hesitate to give us a call and we’ll help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you apply?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

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

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

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a brief period duration, your water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and will not be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide affordable pest control services. Additionally, we have a staff of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biological studies . They are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

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We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are designed to ensure the health and well-being of your family as our top priority.

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Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate methods of action.

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A majority of homes are required to have annual pest control services however commercial properties due to health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Oran Park, after an initial examination and treatment, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients to eliminate worries about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are equipped to effectively handle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter in the Gledswood Hills area.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will require a variety of and unique treatment) from coming back to your property.