Cockroaches are the most common reason people call us on the Sunshine Coast. The warm, damp climate suits both the small brown German cockroach that lives in kitchens and the large American cockroach that comes up from drains and gardens. Seeing one at night is a sign there are more tucked away behind appliances, inside cupboard hinges or under the sink.
The crew we book looks for where they are breeding. German cockroaches cluster close to warmth and food, such as behind the fridge, inside the dishwasher surround and in the motor of the rangehood. Larger cockroaches often live in the garden, the subfloor, drains and the roof void, then wander inside after dark. Each type needs a slightly different plan, so the crew treats the spots that matter for your home.
- Gel bait placed in cupboard corners, hinges and behind appliances
- Dust in wall gaps, roof voids and around plumbing
- An outside spray around drains, weep holes and entry points
- Checks of the laundry, bathrooms and bin area
- Tips on sealing gaps around pipes and under doors
To help the bait work, keep the benches clear of crumbs, store food in sealed containers and sort out dripping taps where you can. Try not to spray your own products over the bait, as it can put cockroaches off eating it. You may see more cockroaches for a few days as they come out of their hiding places, then numbers should drop away over the next couple of weeks.
Units and townhouses often share pipes and wall cavities, so tell us if neighbours are seeing cockroaches too, and the crew can focus on the points where they cross between homes. Call 07 3543 7766 for upfront pricing and a booking with a local crew that deals with cockroaches across the Sunshine Coast every week.
