Roach Control
Cockroaches are easy to get and hard to get rid of, but our team of technicians are trained to identify common roach species in Kansas City and St Joseph, and effectively eliminate them from your home or business.
Why Roach Control is Important
Cockroaches can spread diseases, contaminate food, and their excrement and shed skins can even cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. On top of that, roaches breed very quickly and an infestation can easily get out of hand. Our technicians are trained to tackle even the most severe cases.
Common Roach Species in Kansas City and St Joseph
Understanding which roach species you're dealing with is crucial for effective control. Here are the most common roaches found in homes and businesses:
American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
- Appearance: Large, reddish-brown with a yellowish edge on the thorax. Adults can grow up to 1.5 inches long.
- Habitat: Prefer warm, moist environments such as basements, sewers, and drains.
- Behavior: They are nocturnal and can fly, though they prefer to stay hidden.
German Cockroach (Blattella germanica)
- Appearance: Small, light brown with two dark stripes running lengthwise on the pronotum. Adults are about 0.5 inches long.
- Habitat: Commonly found in kitchens and bathrooms where food and moisture are readily available.
- Behavior: Known for rapid reproduction and can quickly become a severe infestation if not controlled.
Oriental Cockroach (Blatta orientalis)
- Appearance: Dark brown or black, with a glossy, hard shell. They are about 1 inch long.
- Habitat: Prefer cooler, damp places like basements and crawl spaces.
- Behavior: Less likely to climb than other species, but they can still be a problem indoors.
Inspection and Identification
The first step in our treatment process is to identify the type of roach we’re dealing with so we can treat effectively. Our technicians will conduct a thorough inspection to identify the roach species and assess the extent of the infestation.
Treatment Methods
Depending on the type of roach we’re dealing with, we may focus treatment efforts in the kitchen, bathrooms, or exterior of the home.
- Baits and Traps: We use high-quality baits and traps designed to attract and kill roaches. These are strategically placed in areas where roaches are likely to frequent.
- Insecticides: Professional-grade insecticides are applied to cracks, crevices, and other hiding spots to target roaches directly. We use products that are effective yet safe for your home and family.
- Growth Regulators: We may use insect growth regulators (IGRs) to prevent roaches from reproducing, breaking their life cycle.
Environmental Control
- Sanitation: We provide recommendations for cleaning and reducing food and water sources that attract roaches. Regular cleaning and proper waste management are crucial for long-term control.
- Exclusion: Sealing entry points and repairing leaks can help prevent roaches from entering and establishing themselves in your home.
Ongoing Protection
To get behind the life cycle, it’s important to schedule follow ups as recommended by your technician. German roach treatments in particular typically require multiple applications. Our service packages include monitoring and follow-up visits to ensure that the roach problem is fully resolved.
FAQs
You have questions. We have answers.
Most people see a live roach before they see other evidence, but you can also identify a roach infestation by the eggs, droppings, and shed skins. German roaches are the most common inside homes, and you might see this evidence behind or under the fridge or stove.
Cockroaches can sneak in from shipped packages, second-hand appliances, or from outside through small cracks and crevices in your home. We can help assess your home or business for potential entry points and recommend exclusion.
When dealing with German roaches, unfortunately there are typically much more than what you see with your own eyes. They like to hide in the cracks and crevices of kitchen cabinets, behind the fridge, and even in the walls.
Believe it or not, cockroaches are smart! They can detect pesticides and will run away from it. When we treat for roaches, our technicians are trained to apply just enough product for an effective treatment that the roaches won’t see coming. “Bombs” produce a large amount of product all at once. This will usually push roaches further into the walls, making it harder to treat in the long run.
