Cockroaches are one of the most common calls we take from Werribee. German cockroaches are the small, light brown ones that gather behind fridges, dishwashers and microwaves, and they breed quickly in warm kitchens. The bigger American and Australian cockroaches usually come in from drains, garden beds and the garage, and they tend to show up at night in bathrooms and laundries.
The right treatment depends on which kind you have. German cockroaches are dealt with by placing gel baits inside cupboards, drawer runners, hinges and appliance gaps, often with a product that stops young cockroaches from growing into breeding adults. Larger cockroaches are handled with treatment around drains, pipes, weep holes and the outside of the home, so fewer make it inside in the first place.
- Gel baiting in kitchen cupboards, drawers and appliance gaps
- Treatment of bathrooms, laundries and wet areas
- Spraying around drains, weep holes and entry points outside
- Treatment of garages and electricity boxes where larger cockroaches shelter
- Advice on sealing gaps and storing food
Units and townhouses near the town centre, Williams Landing and Hoppers Crossing often share walls and plumbing, so cockroaches can move from one home to the next. If you are in a shared block, ask your neighbours whether they are seeing them too, since treating several homes at once gives a much better result.
Before the crew arrives, empty the cupboard under the sink and clear the benches. Leave the baits in place afterwards and avoid spraying household products over them, which can put cockroaches off the bait. Call 03 7053 9833 for upfront pricing and a crew near you in Werribee.