Thatcham Cockroach Control

Cockroaches are a very serious pest. They spread diseases such as salmonella, and create severe health risks. They may contaminate food and water sources and so it is critical to deal with a cockroach infestation as quickly as possible. Cockroaches also breed rapidly, and they tend to lay eggs in inaccessible places.

If you identify one cockroach within your property, it’s likely that there are more. The first step to cockroach treatment is to make sure that you get rid of as many hiding places as possible. Cleaning as many accessible areas as you can will reduce the number of places that cockroaches are able to hide in. Cockroaches prefer to hide inside cabinets and behind appliances. They may 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 pest control treatment which does not eradicate all cockroaches and eggs will not be successful.

There are DIY cockroach treatments available, however these have a tendency to be ineffective on substantial or persistent infestations. The best response is to hire an expert 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. Expert companies will also advise you of the best way to avoid the infestation from reoccuring by blocking likely access routes.