Cockroaches
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How to spot cockroaches
There are 2 main types of cockroach in Britain, Oriental Cockroaches and German Cockroaches.
Cockroaches do not normally survive outdoors in our cool climate, but thrive around the heating and boiler rooms of buildings. They group around pipes, stoves, and sinks and will often stay hidden during the day.
Any areas with food, water and dark spaces are ideal hiding spots for cockroaches.
Preventing cockroaches
To help prevent cockroaches, you should:
- clean all surfaces thoroughly to remove any food residue
- avoid leaving dirty dishes and utensils in the sink
- keep bins covered, clean and emptied regularly
- clean beneath your refrigerator regularly as warm areas attract cockroaches
- seal gaps around doors, windows and wires to prevent entry
- repair any leaks beneath the sink and on the sink top to remove a potential water source.
Treat cockroaches yourself
It can be very difficult to get rid of cockroaches yourself, so it’s wise to get professional help.
To treat cockroaches yourself, you could:
- buy insecticide spray from your local hardware store
- clean the area you’re treating and remove any food or water nearby
- following the instructions on the label
- pay attention to cracks where eggs may be found
- avoid sticky traps as they should only be used for monitoring.
We cannot be held responsible for any damage, loss or injury caused by following this advice.
Book a treatment
We’ve partnered with Medway Norse to offer a pest control service for your home or business.
We can visit you Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm.
Call 01634 283 215 to discuss treatment options.
For information about changing or cancelling your booking, view our terms and conditions.
Cost and payment
It will cost:
- £200 for a 1 bedroom home
- £240 for a 2 bedroom home
- £280 for a 3 bedroom home
- £320 for a 4 bedroom home
- £360 for a 5 bedroom home.
If you have more than 5 bedrooms, call 01634 283 215.
We may need to carry out 2 treatments, both of which are included in the costs above.
If you need any further treatment, you'll need to pay an additional fee.
Prepare for your treatment
Before we arrive at your home or business, you must make sure it is clean, tidy and safe so we can carry out the cockroach treatment.
If we’re unable to get to the infected area, we will not be able to go ahead with the treatment and you will not be refunded.
During and after your treatment
There are certain rules you must follow after your treatment to make sure it’s as effective as possible.
You must not touch or remove any of the poisoned bait that’s been put down.
You must:
- keep hygiene at a good standard by regularly cleaning surfaces, floors and appliances
- keep food in sealed containers
- clear away pet food when it’s not being used
- keep bins covered and empty them regularly.
Our technicians will advise you on what to do to prevent cockroaches from returning.