Cockroaches are common across Sunnybank, from units near the shops to older family homes on quiet streets. The two main kinds are large brown cockroaches that wander in from gardens, drains and roof spaces, and small German cockroaches that live in kitchens and bathrooms and breed quickly. Warm, humid weather brings both out in bigger numbers. Rental changeovers are a common time for them to show up.
The crew we book uses gel baits inside, placed in cracks, hinges and gaps near the fridge, dishwasher and stove where cockroaches shelter. Outside, they spray around the base of the house, drains, electricity boxes, eaves and garage door frames to cut down on the ones coming in. The plan depends on which kind you have, and the crew will explain it before they start.
- Kitchen cupboards, hinges and appliance gaps
- Bathrooms, toilets and laundries
- Garages and storage areas
- Drains, electricity boxes and eaves
- Outside walls and door frames
Before the visit, clear benches and empty the cupboards under the kitchen and bathroom sinks. Store food in sealed containers and wipe up crumbs and grease. After the treatment, try not to spray your own products near the baits, since that can put cockroaches off eating them. You may see more cockroaches for a few days as they come out of their shelter spots, and numbers usually drop within a week or two.
Cockroach control can be added to a flea control visit in Sunnybank to save a second trip. Townhouses often need the inside only, while houses usually get both. If anyone in the home has health questions about the products used, please ask a doctor. Call 07 3543 7773 for upfront pricing.
