Cockroaches are incredibly hardy pests, considered to be the one animal that could survive a nuclear apocalypse.
Their reputation is well deserved: cockroaches can survive for as long as 9 days without a head and will eat almost anything to survive.
As such, dealing with a cockroach problem can be incredibly difficult.
Cockroaches are tough to kill, and they reproduce incredibly rapidly, meaning a few bugs can soon become a full-blown cockroach infestation.
Thankfully, with the help of the experts at Pest In Peace, you can quickly remove cockroaches from your space.
Our team operates across Cheshire, supporting homes and businesses that are dealing with cockroaches.
For more information on how we control cockroaches or to book a visit from an experienced pest controller, call 07980 597423.
Types Of Cockroach In The UK
There are more than 4000 cockroach species in the world, but only a handful of them are found in the UK. Of these, the most common species of cockroaches that you’re likely to find are German and Oriental cockroaches. Here’s a rundown of these and other types of roaches you might find in the UK:
- German Cockroaches: The most common species found in the UK is the German Cockroach. With light brown stripes down their bodies, the German Cockroach is easily identifiable. They prefer damp areas and are often found in kitchens or bathrooms.
- Oriental Cockroaches: The Oriental Cockroach is the quintessential cockroach species, with its small, dark brown body and long antennae. It is one of the few hardy species of cockroach found in the UK that can survive outside, usually in gardens with lots of rubbish or in landfill sites.
- Brown-Banded Cockroaches: Among the smallest pest cockroach species in the UK, the Brown-Banded Cockroach grows to around 10mm in length. It is easily distinguishable due to the light brown stripes found on its abdomen.
- American Cockroaches: Rare in the UK, the American Cockroach can sometimes be found in kitchens and food storage areas, such as pantries. They are large insects measuring up to 30mm in length.
While there are other species of cockroach found in the UK, these are the most common ones you’re likely to see. Whether you notice these species or are unsure of the type of cockroach problem you’re dealing with, contact us to get professional pest control for roaches.
How To Tell If You’ve Got A Cockroach Problem
While they are larger than other insect pests, such as ants, bed bugs, fleas and flies, cockroaches are good at finding hiding places and can be tough to spot. As cockroaches are nocturnal, you’re unlikely to see them during the day. Look out for signs of cockroach issues, such as:
- Cockroach Droppings: As they’re usually small and dark brown, cockroach droppings are often mistaken for ground peppercorns or coffee, but larger cockroaches will leave behind cylindrical droppings with blunt edges and ridges on the sides.
- Chew Marks: Because they eat a range of materials, including human food, packaging, books, and, in some cases, even dried wood, you might notice holes or small gnaw marks around your home.
- Shed Skins: As they mature, cockroaches will shed their skin, and these light cases can easily be disturbed by gusts of air, making them easy to spot drifting around your property.
- Smear Marks: Cockroaches will often leave behind greasy smear marks that can be seen throughout your home.
- An Unpleasant Odour: A major cockroach infestation will give off a musty, oily smell that can taint food and make your space feel unhygienic.
Cockroaches usually live in damp areas, but they can be found throughout your home. If you notice any of these signs of a cockroach infestation, contact us to book your cockroach treatment.
Get Rid Of Cockroaches Fast With Pest In Peace
Finding cockroaches on your property can be devastating for homeowners and business leaders. In the home, cockroaches are frightening and also spread diseases such as dysentery, gastroenteritis, and salmonella. They can contaminate human foods as they search for food and water sources for themselves, meaning they can quickly cause health issues. As such, they’re particularly dangerous to families with young children or individuals with compromised immune systems.
For businesses, cockroaches can cause health and safety issues. They could contaminate stock, such as dried products or pet foods, causing expensive wastage. If visitors to your premises notice cockroaches, then your business could get a reputation for being unclean. Also, you could face being shut down or fined by the local authorities for failing to meet the required hygiene standards.
Whether you’re a business owner or a resident of Cheshire, help is at hand. Pest In Peace has the experience and equipment needed to get rid of cockroaches and ensure they don’t come back.
Using a targeted approach, we are able to effectively deal with a cockroach infestation and follow it up where required with regular monitoring to ensure that it doesn’t happen again and disinfection to deal with the mess that they have left behind. We’re able to steam clean with superheated dry steam and apply an airborne sanitiser to large spaces to kill off any pathogens that may be hiding in those unnoticed nooks and crannies.
Once we’ve completed our cockroach control treatment, we’ll carry out a thorough inspection to check that none of the insects or their egg cases are in any hidden locations. With our help, you can get rid of cockroaches and ensure they stay away from your property. Our team also has experience dealing with a range of other pests for homes and businesses throughout Cheshire, so whatever your issue, we can help. Call 07980 597423 to eliminate roaches from your space.