Australian Cockroach Control
Western Sydney

Australian Cockroach Problems?

When there’s warmth, moisture and food, we wouldn’t expect of course that there are others that will feast with us. We are talking about pests, specifically, the Australian cockroaches.

These creepy crawlers are present where there is favourable environmental conditions and presence of food. Homeowners should be wary about the cleanliness of their house because even if you think your surroundings are clean, roaches will surely breed.

Australian cockroaches gets attracted to warm buildings, with plenty of humidity especially during the cold weather. They find their way inside any infrastructure through open windows and doors and small cracks and holes.

Calling Professional Help

Insecticide and cleaning the house and surrounding areas may be helpful to control the infestation of these nasty, creepy crawlers but there are instances that these measures are not enough. Hence, most homeowners seek the help of licensed pest control agents to help them completely eradicate the infestation.

At Local Pest Control Western Sydney we guarantee complete assessment of your pest problems. Our trained technicians are there to help and will get rid of the upsetting problem that Australian cockroaches and other pests may cause your household. If you suspect an infestation, do not hesitate to book an appointment with us.

What do they look like?

Despite that they are called "Australian cockroaches", these roaches are common species globally and are introduced species in Australia. It is common in countries with tropical climates and is thought to originate in Africa.

This insect can move very fast and can dart out of sight, They enter rooms through small cracks, holes or any open windows and doors, with its wings and is a capable flyer.

They are cold-tolerant that is why they brood in warm areas. Even if it’s snowing outside, where there is warmth, they go and capable of thriving indoors. Like most cockroaches they are scavengers but they eat mostly on plants but can also feed on a wide array of organic materials such as decaying matter.

There are around 450 species of cockroaches in Australia, but very few are categorised as pest. In fact, there are three common types of roaches found in Australian homes and businesses, mainly, German cockroaches, American cockroaches and Australian cockroaches (which isn’t a native at all in the country).

Signs of Infestation

Cockroaches usually leave trails of evidence so it is easy to spot and assume an infestation. They are mostly active at night and hide out of sight during the day. Because they are nocturnal pests, they sneak in and out of the household, they feast on food and other matter that can eventually affect the sanitation of your area.

Here are some simple ways to spot on a cockroach infestation:

• Droppings – they leave dust of black droppings that looks like coffee grounds or peppers and varies in lengths.
• Smear marks – cockroaches usually leave smear marks whenever they are in places with water. Where water is abundant, cockroaches will leave brown and irregular marks as they crawl or nest.
• Egg capsules (ootheca) – roaches lay eggs in capsules or known as ootheca which carries multiples of eggs. These capsules are smoky brown in colour.
• Shed skin – cockroaches shed skin 5 to 8 times as they mature and grow in size. Look out for these skin sheds which varies in size in location which you suspect they are nestling.
• Unusual odour – cockroaches produces pheromones that are unpleasant to the nose of humans. When they defecate, it emits musty scent and taints items that comes in contact with their waste. The smell will be really obvious as the infestation grows.
• Damages – Cockroaches do not only attack food and food packages, they also likely to feed on organic materials such as leather and books.

Common places of infestation

Depending on the kind of roach specie, most cockroaches especially those who love to nestle in cool areas, they are likely found in bathrooms, laundry rooms, drainage, under the sink and basement. Whereas those who love humid weather such as the Australian cockroaches, they can be found either outdoors or in any areas where favourable temperature is present such as the kitchen, bedroom, attics and basements.

Insecticide and cleaning the house and surrounding areas may be helpful to control the infestation of these nasty, creepy crawlers but there are instances that these measures are not enough. Hence, most homeowners seek the help of licensed pest control agents to help them completely eradicate the infestation.

At Local Pest Control Western Sydney we guarantee completely assessment of your pest problems. Our trained technicians are there to help and will get rid of the upsetting problem that Australian cockroaches and other pests may cause your household. If you suspect an infestation, do not hesitate to book an appointment with us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it is still wet or inhaling it or ingestion the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces like schools and hospitals and causes no ill effects to human beings.

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

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. After a brief period of time, the water carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the surface.

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