Cockroaches

Cockroaches are nocturnal insects that prefer warm, humid locations close to food, water and shelter. In buildings, they commonly hide in cracks, equipment voids, cabinets, drains, washrooms, refuse rooms and food-preparation areas. Info Bar

Environment
Warm & Humid Locations
Common Areas
Drains • Cabinets • Washrooms
Activity
Mostly Nocturnal
ABOUT THE PEST

Cockroaches

Cockroaches are nocturnal insects that prefer warm, humid locations close to food, water and shelter. In buildings they commonly hide in cracks, equipment voids, cabinets, drains, washrooms, refuse rooms and food-preparation areas.

IDENTIFICATION

How to Recognize It

Live cockroaches at night
Smear marks
Pepper-like droppings
Musty odour
Egg cases
Activity around appliances, drains or stores
Shed skins
IMPORTANT TO KNOW

Why It Matters

Cockroaches can contaminate food and surfaces, and their body parts and droppings can contribute to allergy and asthma concerns.

Prevention

Remove food and water
clean grease and spills
empty waste regularly
repair leaks
reduce clutter
seal gaps
use monitoring to locate harbourages
PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT

Pest Free Approach

Pest Free inspects activity, identifies harbourages and conducive conditions, installs monitoring traps, uses targeted baits and approved crack-and-crevice or residual treatments, then follows up on sanitation and proofing actions.