Cockroach Control

Australian Cockroach (Periplaneta australasiae)
Commonly found in warm subtropical to tropical climates, these dark-brown roaches are usually found outdoors. If they do find their way into homes, they’ll typically inhabit walls, subfloors, and roof voids. They prefer eating food of plant origin and you may find them boring holes in books and clothing.

American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
The American cockroach is one of the largest pest species that invade homes and commercial properties. They typically get around in search of food fast and are capable of flying short distances in warm conditions. Although they’d rather feed on
decaying organic matter, they do eat organic products like paper and clothing (especially when they’re soiled). Surprisingly, they’re drawn to fermented liquids e.g. beers.

Smoky Brown Cockroach (Periplaneta fuliginosa)
Search the dark, damp, poorly ventilated areas in your property and you’ll likely find these eyesores. That’s because smoky brown roaches are susceptible to losing moisture through their cuticles. This may explain why it’s rare to see them raiding dwelling parts in buildings; instead, you’ll find them hiding in sheds, subfloors, walls, roof voids, mulched areas, and around drains and grease traps.

German Cockroach (Blattella germanica)
The most prolific breeder among pest cockroaches, the German roaches produce three to four generations (up to 40 offsprings per generation) a year. Worse, it only takes as little as 40 days for these insects to develop from hatchling to adult! As you’re searching for this type of roach in your building, take note that they often congregate in warm areas with high humidity. This may be why you’ll find them hiding in the kitchen e.g. in or under drawers and cupboards, under the sink, behind refrigerators, etc. But if you saw one in other areas of the house (the bedroom, for instance), you could have a massive infestation on hand.