Cockroaches

Because of their indiscriminate feeding habits, cockroaches come into contact with many disease carrying organisms.  They are also known to produce allergic reactions and, in some cases, asthma attacks.  Although there are many species, the two most common pest types are the small German cockroach and the larger American cockroach.

German cockroaches

German cockroaches are attracted to warmth and moisture and are often first seen in the kitchen.  Here, they could be residing in large or small electrical appliances such as the fridge, dishwasher or toaster.  They are also attracted to wet areas like the bathroom and laundry.

German cockroaches are often brought in with a new large appliance such as a dishwasher or washing machine.  When the appliance is unpacked, so are the cockroaches, which could just be in the form of eggs at that stage.

You’d be amazed at how many new dishwashers we have seen with a German cockroach infestation!

Treatment for German cockroaches is very different to that for other cockroaches.  Because they are infesting inside the home, and often in appliances or kitchen cupboards, a general pesticide sprayed around the skirtings is not going to be effective.

At Pestgo, we use a cockroach gel bait in preference to pesticide sprays, eliminating the need to empty cupboards, mop floors or leave the house during or after treatment.  It is also non-irritant and has no odour.  This method of cockroach control is extremely effective and can be used safely around people with asthma or breathing complaints.

Large cockroaches

Large cockroaches like the American cockroach generally live and breed outside the home, however they can also be prevalent in roof and wall voids and underneath the house.

Treatment for large cockroaches involves using a low toxic liquid pesticide targeted to known harbourage areas, cracks and crevices around the exterior of the home and under the house if accessible.

A fine mist of low toxic pesticide powder is used in the roof void.  If there is a large infestation this will result in a lot of cockroaches exiting the roof space but don’t worry, they will die.

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