American Cockroach Control
Narraweena

American Cockroaches

Cockroaches are one of the most hated household pests. They can cause quite a commotion, specifically, when you’ve flying cockroaches coming at you. There are 4,500 Cockroach species which are globally identified. In Australia, there are six common cockroach species that plague houses and companies, one in each of that is the American cockroach.

It is among the largest pest cockroaches to invade homes 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, kitchens, kitchens, roof voids and baths of homes. The American cockroach can fly and is located in coastal Australia, and frequently inhabits drains. A common feature of flying cockroaches is they are all outdoor cockroaches, located in coastal areas.

The ootheca (egg case) containing up to 16 eggs are carried by the female for several days before being deposited. Sometimes cemented down and are inclined to be grouped. It hatches in 1 – 2 months. Nymphs usually develop in 6 -12 months, but it can take up to 15 months.

The American cockroach enjoys dark and humid places like sub floors, basements, kitchens, attic, roof voids and bathrooms. Apart from thriving as outdoor pests, American cockroaches frequently inhabit drains and located in coastal regions of Australia.

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

To know if you have roach problems, here are signs you can look for to assume their presence.

• Live cockroaches – cockroaches are nocturnal and hide in the course of the day, you will likely see them whilst powering on the light in the kitchen during the night
• Droppings – cockroach droppings or stool lay on areas where they’re usually nestled and sometimes the dropping accumulates in one area. The droppings are like black pepper grounds and change in length
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – when roach grow, they experience molting (skin shedding) until they complete adult. Additionally, the leave vacated egg capsules behind or known as ootheca which encapsulates multiple eggs
• Damages – aside from food, cockroaches love to eat organic goods such as leather and books
• odor – cockroach infestations produce an ugly, rancid odor

If infestation is large and cannot be dealt by you alone, call in the help of the nearest pest management expert in town. But, there are also preventative measures you can do to safeguard 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
• Keep your food in air-tight containers and sealed plastic bags
• Clear utilised dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clear waste food, spillages and debris that are stuck in tight areas like under stoves, refrigerators, drawers and cupboards
• Take good care of soiled napkins or dirty clothing
• Maintain refuse or compost in sealed bins
• Seal entry points you can see to prevent the roaches gaining entrance into your household

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 exterior or neighbouring properties.

Sealing openings 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 that can treat residential as well as commercial spaces with very high levels of expertise. We provide excellent general pest control solutions in addition to specialised pest control solutions.

If you suspect a roach infestation or any 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 employ?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas spray?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you possibly can. After a relatively short period duration, your water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Narraweena

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are found in your region or community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family as our main concern.

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Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate method of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Narraweena residential properties will require annual pest control services but commercial premises, due to their safety and health regulations will require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Dee Why, after an initial inspection and treatment, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another benefit we provide is the opportunity visiting your premises with a non-branded car to provide any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we are fully equipped to expertly deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the Narraweena area.

We will provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective service to keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and individual treatments) from coming back to your home.