Devon Cockroach Control

Cockroaches are an extremely serious pest. They spread diseases like salmonella, and cause significant health risks. They may contaminate food and water sources and so it is crucial to take care of a cockroach infestation as soon as possible. Cockroaches also breed rapidly, and they tend to lay eggs in inaccessible places.

If you spot one cockroach inside your house, it’s probable that there are more. The first step to cockroach treatment is to make sure that you eradicate as many hiding places as possible. Cleaning as many accessible areas as you can will lower the number of places that cockroaches are able to hide in. Cockroaches prefer to hide within cabinets and behind appliances. They can also hide inside drains or pipes if these have cracks by which they can gain access. Checking as many areas as possible is crucial as a treatment which does not eradicate all cockroaches and eggs will not be effective.

There are DIY cockroach treatments available, however these are usually ineffective on substantial or repeated infestations. The most effective response is to employ a professional pest control company who will be able to survey the area to identify cockroaches and their eggs and then successfully treat them using insecticide spray and dust. Expert companies will also advise you of the most appropriate way to stop the infestation from reoccuring by blocking likely access routes.