What the service includes
- Inspection of kitchens, bathrooms, drains and appliance voids
- Identification of the species and the extent of activity
- Targeted gel baiting, monitoring traps or other suitable treatment
- Advice on sanitation, moisture and sealing entry points
- Follow-up recommendations based on what we find
Signs of a cockroach problem
- Live cockroaches at night, especially in kitchens and bathrooms
- Dead cockroaches near sinks, appliances or drains
- Small dark droppings that look like pepper or coffee grounds
- Egg cases (oothecae) and shed skins behind appliances or under sinks
- A musty smell in enclosed cupboards and voids
Seeing cockroaches during the day can indicate a larger population, because they normally stay hidden.
Why cockroach control matters
Cockroaches move between drains, waste areas and food surfaces and can contaminate food and utensils. Their droppings and shed skins can also trigger allergies and asthma in some people. For restaurants and food businesses, an infestation can lead to complaints, failed inspections and lost trade.
How we treat cockroaches
- Inspection: we check likely harbourage areas such as hinges, under-sink cabinets, behind fridges and cookers, around drains and in electrical voids.
- Treatment plan: we recommend the method for the species and site. Gel baits placed in cracks and crevices are often suitable in kitchens; other targeted treatments may be used where appropriate.
- Monitoring: sticky monitors help show whether activity is falling and where it remains.
- Follow-up: heavier infestations, apartments with shared services and food premises usually need a follow-up visit.
How to keep cockroaches out
- Clean up food residue and grease, especially behind and under appliances
- Keep food in sealed containers and empty bins daily
- Fix leaking taps and pipes and keep sink areas dry
- Fit drain covers and seal gaps around pipes and cabinets
- Avoid spraying over-the-counter insecticides on bait points after treatment, as this can stop the bait working
How it works
Every job follows the same five steps: you get in touch, we inspect, you receive a plan and quotation, we treat, and we follow up with prevention advice or scheduled service where needed.
Quotation and next steps
We quote after understanding the job. To speed things up, tell us the property type and location, the areas affected and how long you have seen signs. Photos on WhatsApp help us prepare. Related services:
Frequently asked questions
How long does cockroach treatment take to work?
Activity normally falls over the following days and weeks as baits are taken. The time depends on the species, how widespread the infestation is and whether food and water sources are reduced.
Do I need to leave my apartment?
For many gel-bait treatments you do not need to leave. If another method is recommended, we tell you in advance about any time away from treated areas and when you can return.
Why do cockroaches come back after I spray?
Surface sprays usually reach only the insects you can see. Cockroaches breed in hidden gaps and can enter from shared drains or neighbouring units, so treatment and proofing need to target those areas.
Do you treat restaurants and commercial kitchens?
Yes. Food premises need a plan that respects food-safety restrictions and usually includes regular monitoring. See restaurant and food industry pest control.
Request cockroach control
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