American Cockroach Control
Winston Hills

American Cockroaches

Cockroaches are often one of the most hated household pests. They can cause quite a commotion, especially once 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.

It is one of the largest pest cockroaches to invade houses and commercial properties. Also known as the ‘Palmetto bug’ since they live on trees, the American cockroach prefers dark, humid and undisturbed areas and can be found in sub-floors, basements, kitchens, roof voids and baths of homes. The American cockroach can fly and is found in coastal Australia, and often inhabits drains. A common characteristic of flying cockroaches is they are all outdoor cockroaches, located in coastal areas.

The ootheca (egg case) containing up to 16 eggs is conveyed by the female for a few days before being saved. Sometimes, these egg cases are cemented down and are usually grouped. It brings forth in 1 to 2 months. Nymphs more often than not produce in 6 weeks to annually, yet it can take as long as 15 months.

The American cockroach loves dark and humid places such as sub floors, basements, kitchens, attic, roof voids and bathrooms. Apart from thriving as outside pests, American cockroaches frequently inhabit drains and found in coastal regions of Australia.

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

Identifying You Have a Cockroach Problem

The following are signs that you will have a cockroach infestation in your home:

• Viewing live insects – cockroaches are nocturnal and hide during the day, you will most likely see them when turning on the light in the kitchen at night
• Droppings – cockroaches go away with the dirt of black droppings less than 1mm huge and of varying lengths
• Egg capsule and moult (sheddings) – roaches leave behind egg capsules that encapsulate multiple eggs and as they grow, they molt or shed skin more than 5 times as they mature
• Damage – roaches will attack natural Items inclusive of leather-based particulars and books
• odor – established cockroach infestations produce an unpleasant, musty odor

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

Controlling a Cockroach Infestation

Here are some effective preventive measure you can do before calling help of the experts:

• Ensure sinks are dry and faucets are not leaking
• Keep your food in air-tight containers and sealed plastic bags
• Clear utilised dishes and cutlery immediately
• Keep your kitchen and dining clean and mess-free
• Clean food wastes from under refrigerators or stoves
• Take care with soiled napkins or dirty clothing
• If you have pets, make it a habit to remove pet food, water and litter trays overnight to prevent contamination
• Seal entry points you can see to stop the roaches gaining entry into your household

Preventing and Getting Rid of Cockroaches

Sealing entryways in the course of your industrial or house resources can help prevent cockroaches from moving into your home. Check your area for gaps underneath doorways or pipes or neighbouring houses.

Sealing openings where cockroaches can hide will help by removing access to breeding and resting areas. Cockroaches are nocturnal and hide during the day in cracks and crevices in the walls, around skirting boards or behind electric sockets.

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatments you employ?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. We can assure you that the active constituent that they come in contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas spray?

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. After a brief period duration, your 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.

Pest Control Winston Hills

Do you want the top insect removal Winston Hills services that are cost-effective and efficient? Do you need a business that is reliable? Do you need pest control that is long-lasting and that will be an investment for money? Do you prefer to work with experts that are experienced and well-educated? Do you require eco-friendly and pet-friendly pest-control solutions?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and we are able to provide low-cost service for pest management. Additionally, we have a staff of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to offer efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family members as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests at home and in the work place. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and recommend appropriate course of action.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
• Free Advice, Free Phone Quote
• Termite Reticulation Service
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• Council Certificates
• Saturday Work – No Extra Charge
• Termite Service Pre-Construction
• Packages saving you money to treat up to 15 pests

Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest management services however commercial properties due to health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

At JT Pest Control Seven Hills, after an initial examination and treatment, we can create an annual program for our clients to eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This program is suitable for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control procedure if additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are we have the tools to deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you might encounter within the Winston Hills region.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and unique treatment) from returning to your property.