More Cockroach Info
How Long to Get rid of Cockroaches
The length of time it takes to rid your home of a cockroach infestation depends largely upon species, size of infestation, how long they have been there, whether there are unhatched eggs and whether the advice given by the pest controller has been actioned.
Many over-the-counter products homeowners utilize often prove ineffective against a cockroach infestation. These pests are extremely adaptable and may even be resistant to some home extermination methods, and remember that cockroach eggs may take up to 21 days to hatch, so poisons must be left down for that period starting from the date that all entry holes have been blocked.
The most rapid (but most disruptive to the occupant) are smoke bombs
(fumigation) however if the exterminator doesn't fumigate every unit in your building, the roaches will simply move next door until the fumes die down, then come back (along with their new friends) to your place. However fumigation can only be carried out on detached dwellings.
We employ several techniques and tools to get rid of cockroaches. One strategy is for
our pest control professional to partner with the homeowner to reduce the cockroach
attractants. Sources like kitchen food, pet food dishes, drains, dishwashers, trash cans, etc. should be maintained, cleaned and/or stored properly. Another step is to determine the source or entry point for the cockroaches, as until this is done the success of the treatment is
reduced. Some cockroaches, like the German cockroach, are primarily carried into the home. Homeowners should be careful to inspect items such as used furniture or appliances for cockroaches before bringing them home. Outdoor cockroaches may invade under doors and through open windows. Homeowners and the pest control professionals should collaborate to seal up the home as much as possible. Pest control professional also can employ traps such as glue boards in areas where cockroaches may travel or hide. Yet another tool can be proper applications of products such as baits and residuals to cracks/crevices, harborage areas and the exterior of the home. The actual plan and time to get rid of cockroaches will vary by home and
situation, but will require diligence and may require a second visit to
eliminate 2nd generation insects hatched from eggs.
But following the advice given by the pest controller is the best way to get rid of them for good.
Cockroach Do-it-yourself ineffectiveness:
Cockroaches are better at hiding than you are at finding them, and their eggs are naturally protected from many over-the-counter insecticides. Foggers have limited success and fumigation only kills the ones that are there. Once the smoke has gone so has the protection. So without special equipment, materials and know-how, cockroach control can be a losing battle.Our Cockroach Service:
We provide a comprehensive service that will begin the eradication process of the cockroaches if the guidelines are followed.
Internal:
1) Instant knock out spray to dislodge and kill any cockroaches that are present.
2) We lay insecticide dust (long lasting 24/7, leave down until there are no more cockroaches). Can be applied, but where there are pets, and it is not acceptable to the client will compromise the efectiveness of the treatment.
3) Baited traps to attract and poison the cockroaches still in the house. (instant kill. pet and child safe)
4) Sticky pads to catch large numbers of cockroaches (e.g. in Kitchens or Restaurants where dead cockroaches would not be acceptable to be seen by the public. Clients need to check these daily to establish the correct location and efectiveness)
5) Apply strong insecticide down sinks/toilets etc (no need to remove septic tank lids)
6) In the event of a serious and sever cockroach infestation, maybe due to unclean or dirty environments etc we may need to apply insecticide spray.
External: (patios, gardens and open areas at additional charge)
Cockroaches in external spaces are difficult to eradicate for a number
of reasons. For example they may be flying into the garden, or climbing
over walls from adjacent properties, empty properties, properties under construction, or from a routine visit in the street from the local council.
They can often be found at night walking along pavements or crawling out from underneath drain covers in
the street. So treatment will at best be only to reduce their numbers.
7) Cockroach Mass Extinction Box (clears large areas around pools, communal gardens and reduces numbers in septic tanks, pipes and drains)
see also: Cockroach Post Treatment Tips and for larger numbers Mass Extinction
