Cockroaches thrive in Brisbane's warm, humid weather, and most Chermside homes deal with them at some point. There are two kinds people usually see. Large brown cockroaches live outside in gardens, drains and roof spaces and wander in at night. Small German cockroaches live inside, mostly in kitchens and bathrooms, and can multiply quickly if they are left alone. Cockroach droppings look like pepper specks in cupboard corners, and a musty smell is common with larger numbers.
When you call, tell us which kind you are seeing, since the treatment is different. For the large outdoor kind, the crew we book uses a spray and dust around the outside, drains and roof void. For German cockroaches, the focus is on gel baits placed where they hide, such as cupboard hinges, behind appliances and inside cracks and crevices.
- Gel baiting of kitchen and bathroom cupboards
- Treatment behind the fridge, oven and dishwasher
- Spray and dust around drains, weep holes and doors
- Roof void dusting where access allows
- Advice on food storage, crumbs and grease
Before the visit, empty the kitchen cupboards being treated and wipe down benches. After baiting, avoid using your own sprays 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 hiding, which is normal. In unit blocks, cockroaches can move between homes through shared walls and pipes, so mention it if you live in one.
We give upfront pricing on the phone, and visits can be same-day or next-day where the run allows. To book cockroach treatment in Chermside, call 07 3543 7772.
