Maidenhead Cockroach Control

Cockroaches are an extremely problematic pest. They spread diseases like salmonella, and cause serious health risks. They can contaminate food and water sources and so it is crucial to manage a cockroach infestation as soon as possible. Cockroaches also breed rapidly, and they are likely to lay eggs in inaccessible locations.

If you detect one cockroach within your home, it’s likely that there are more. The first step to cockroach treatment is to ensure that you get rid of as many hiding places as possible. Cleaning as many accessible areas as you can will help reduce the number of places that cockroaches are able to hide in. Cockroaches prefer to hide within cabinets and behind appliances. They may also hide inside drains or pipes if these have cracks by which they can gain entry. Checking as many areas as possible is critical as a treatment which does not get rid of all cockroaches and eggs won’t be successful.

There are DIY cockroach treatments available, however these are often ineffective on sizeable or repeated infestations. The most effective solution is to use a professional pest control company who will be able to survey the area to locate cockroaches and their eggs and then successfully treat them using insecticide spray and dust. Professional companies will also advise you of the best way to avoid the infestation from reoccuring by blocking likely access routes.