COCKROACH CONTROL
Common Cockroaches
Brown banded Cockroach
Appearance: Similar in appearance to the German cockroach but lacks dark brown lengthwise stripes on the shield.
Only males can fly.
Behavior: Egg cases are light reddish-brown and usually attached in clusters. More likely to be found in private residences, especially in eastern Washington.
German Cockroach
Appearance: Adults are 1/2 inch long, pale brown, with two dark brown lengthwise stripes on the shield behind the head.
Behavior: most aggressive breeding cockroach in the pacific northwest nest and dwell where food and water is.
American Cockroach
Appearance: The largest cockroach species infesting dwellings in the Pacific Northwest.
Adults are one and a half inches long, reddish-brown to brown.
Behavior: Both sexes have well-developed wings, but they seldom fly.
Egg cases are dark brown and approximately 1/3 inch long, with 16 eggs in each.
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Comprehensive Inspection
Our process begins with a thorough inspection of your property to identify the cockroach species, harborage areas, and extent of the infestation.
Accurate species identification is crucial before implementing control measures.
We tailor our treatment plan based on the specific cockroach species infesting your property.
We employ a combination of methods, including residual sprays, dusts, baits, and traps, to achieve effective control.
Prevention Measures
We educate clients about the importance of environmental manipulation for long-term cockroach control.
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Practicing good sanitation are emphasized.
Beyond their unpleasant appearance, roaches pose serious health risks as they contaminate food and surfaces, potentially transmitting diseases such as Salmonella. Our expert cockroach pest control services are here to effectively address this issue and provide lasting solutions.
Our Specialty Cockroach Service: German Cockroaches
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The most commonly encountered cockroach in apartments, restaurants, and other buildings in the Pacific Northwest.
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Develops more quickly than other cockroach species, leading to rapid infestation.
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Females produce four to eight egg cases during their lifetime, each containing 30 to 48 eggs.
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Beyond their unpleasant appearance, roaches pose serious health risks as they contaminate food and surfaces, potentially transmitting diseases such as Salmonella.