Oxford Cockroach Control

Cockroaches are a very problematic pest. They spread diseases like salmonella, and cause severe health risks. They could contaminate food and water sources and so it is crucial to manage a cockroach infestation as quickly as possible. Cockroaches also breed swiftly, and they are likely to lay eggs in inaccessible places.

If you discover one cockroach inside your property, it’s probable that there are more. The first step to cockroach treatment is to ensure that you eradicate 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 like to hide within cabinets and behind appliances. They could also hide inside drains or pipes if these have cracks through which they can gain entry. Checking as many areas as possible is vital as a pest control 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 large or repeated infestations. The most effective solution is to hire an expert pest control company who will be able to survey the area to locate cockroaches and their eggs and then effectively treat them using insecticide spray and dust. Specialist companies will also advise you of the most appropriate way to stop the infestation from reoccuring by blocking likely access routes.