American Cockroach Control
Northwood

American Cockroaches

When we hear about roaches and even just the sight of it, mechanically we shout. Cockroaches are the most despised pests and may stir commotion especially when they fly. Globally, there are approximately 4,500 species of cockroaches listed and there are 6 common types which are known in Australia.

One of the common family roaches is the American cockroach or also called the"Palmetto Water Bug." It is one of the biggest cockroaches that is known to invade homes and businesses. Usually, they live outdoors but can also gain entry in buildings and household areas.

The man specie of the 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 amazing fact though is that, even without mating, the female can lay eggs using saved sperm and can live up to a year.

Despite their size, these cockroaches move extremely fast, and can maneuver under doors into fairly small cracks. They prefer moist, 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 under a building. American cockroaches are scavengers that prefer organic matter.

So if you suspect cockroach infestation in your household and environment, take immediate action by calling the nearest pest control experts.

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

To know if you have roach Issues, here are tell-tale signs you can check in your home:

• Presence of live cockroach – roaches in general are parasitic insects and they scavenge around the area for food consumption and they are less likely to be seen throughout the day but you can check areas where you think they’re hiding and nestling
• Droppings – cockroaches leave a residue of dark droppings under 1mm wide and of varying size
• Egg capsules and moultings – cockroaches shed their skin 5-8 days as they grow
• Damages – cockroaches love organic products and other than meals, they attack natural materials like leather and books
• Unpleasant odor -cockroach emit unpleasant odors in areas where they generally infest

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

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

One of the most effective ways of controlling a cockroach infestation is to stop eliminating access to food and water:

• Try not to leave liquids in sinks or buckets overnight
• Keep your meals in air-tight containers and sealed plastic bags
• Clear used dishes and cutlery immediately
• Clean all waste food and spillages immediately
• Clean food wastes from beneath refrigerators or stoves
• 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
• Maintain refuse or compost in sealed bins
• Expel 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 exterior or neighbouring properties.

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

We at Local Pest Control Lane Cove, take pride in our quality pest control work. Our services are guaranteed to make every house and businesses pest-free. We are a reputed & credible pest management service that have high levels of expertise.

If you have any pest control problems at we all urge you to get in touch with us to get a top rated service.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The security of your pet is very important to us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose human health issues?

The spray we use is often employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm on humans.

What do I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas that have been sprayed?

This is only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you possibly can. After a brief period of time, the water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not be harmful to you in any way when you come in contact with the region.

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. We also have a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We have a range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact, while having powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the insects that are most commonly present in your local area or in your community.

We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are designed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

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Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home as well as in the work place. We are well equipped and well-trained to identify the problem with pests, and suggest the appropriate course of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Northwood residential properties are required to have annual pest control however commercial properties because of their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Lane Cove, after an initial inspection as well as treatment we are able to create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties and homeowners alike. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity to visit your property with a non-branded car to perform any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we have the tools to deal with all kinds of pest control issues that you can possibly experience within the Northwood region.

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