American Cockroach Control
Castle Hill

American Cockroaches

Cockroaches are often among the most hated household pests. They can cause quite a commotion, especially when you have flying cockroaches coming in you. There are 4,500 cockroach species on the planet. In Australia, there are six common cockroach species that plague houses and businesses, one of which is the American cockroach.

One of the common family roaches which we experience 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 outdoors.

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.

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 a minimum of 29 degrees. Located in sewers, drains, big 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 uncommon. Their large size means that they are easy to view and catch. Their taste 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 can help handle initial infestations. Residual insecticides are effective.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

To know if you have roach issues, here are signs you can look to assume their existence.

• Live cockroach – roaches are nocturnal pests and they generally roam around at night or in areas that are dim or no light in any respect and they are less likely to be seen in well-lit areas or during the day
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a residue of dark droppings under 1mm wide and of varying dimensions
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – when roach develop, they experience molting (skin shedding) until they complete adult. Also, they leave vacated egg capsules known as ootheca that encapsulates multiple eggs
• Harm – these insects will attack on natural products including leather and books
• Unpleasant odor -cockroach emit unpleasant odors in locations where they generally infest

Short-term solutions will do no good and less effective, hence, whether it is a cockroach problem or another pest issues, long term control plans are still the best.

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

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

• Ensure sinks are dry and taps are not leaking
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Clear used dishes and cutlery immediately
• Keep your kitchen and dining tidy and mess-free
• Clear waste food, spillages and debris which are stuck in tight areas like under stoves, refrigerators, drawers and cupboards
• Make sure wet and dry rubbish are put in separate trash bins and eliminate wet garbage immediately to prevent flies and cockroaches festering on it
• Store food in containers or in sealed plastic bags
• Seal entry points you can see to stop the roaches gaining entrance into your household

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.

If you think you have frustrating cockroach infestation encounter, seek help immediately from pest control professionals.

Local Pest Control Hills District is a respected & credible pest control company that can treat residential in addition to commercial spaces with very substantial levels of expertise. We provide excellent general pest control solutions in addition to specialised pest management solutions.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. You may rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, either when it’s still wet or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Will the spray cause human health issues?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects to human beings.

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

It’s only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as fast as you possibly can. After a brief period in time water carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

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