American Cockroach Control
Dee Why

American Cockroaches

Once we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, mechanically 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 that are known in Australia.

It is one of the largest pest cockroaches to invade houses and commercial properties. Also called the ‘Palmetto bug’ since 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 bathrooms of homes. The American cockroach can fly and is found in coastal Australia, and often inhabits drains. A common characteristic of flying cockroaches is they are all outdoor cockroaches, located in coastal areas.

The man 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 wonderful fact though is that, even without reproduction, the female can lay eggs using saved sperm and can live up to one year.

Notwithstanding their size, these cockroaches move incredibly fast, and can dart out underneath the entryways and into genuinely little cracks. They incline toward soggy, muggy zones, and normally live in circumstances where temperatures are normal, at least 29 levels. Found in sewers, channels, enormous splits or niches around a structure establishments or under a structure. American cockroaches are foragers that lean toward organic matter.

Infestations of American cockroaches in residential houses are unusual. Their large size means they are easy to see and capture. Their desire for hot temperatures also slows their development. As American cockroaches tend to enter buildings through pipes infrastructure, constructing foundations, or under doors, stopping up those areas can help manipulate preliminary infestations. Residual pesticides are effective.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

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

• Seeing live roaches – cockroaches are nocturnal and cover up during the day, you will likely observe them when turning on the light in the kitchen during the evening
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a dust of black droppings less than 1mm wide and of varying lengths
• Egg cases and cast skins – cockroaches shed their skin 5 to 8 times as they grow
• Damages – apart from food, cockroaches love to consume organic goods like leather and books
• Scent – dominant cockroach infestations produce a terrible, damp smell

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

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

Among the most effective ways of controlling a cockroach infestation would be to remove their access to food and water:

• Try not to 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
• Sterile food debris from under refrigerators or stoves
• Take care with soiled napkins or dirty clothing
• If you have pets, make it a habit to eliminate pet food, water and litter trays overnight to prevent contamination
• Eliminate pet food, water and litter trays overnight

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

Sealing entry 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 gaps 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.

Local Pest Control Dee Why is a reputed & credible pest control company which can treat residential in addition to commercial spaces with very high 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 problems, do not hesitate to give us a call and we’ll help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

My pets in the household will be affected by the treatments you employ?

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. We can assure you that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to humans.

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you possibly can. In a short amount in time carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to offer affordable service for pest management. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to give practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments specifically designed to minimize environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the insects that are most commonly found in your region or your community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family members as our main concern.

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Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and provide the best methods of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties will require annual pest control services however commercial properties due to safety and health requirements will require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Dee Why, after an initial inspection and treatment, we will set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we offer is to visit your premises using a non-branded vehicle to provide any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively handle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the area of Dee Why.

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