Cockroaches

Finding cockroaches in your home or business can be very distressing, and there are many fears about cockroaches that stem from their appearance and behaviour.  With their fast, rapid movements and tendency to emerge from dark places unexpectedly, they can evoke feelings of fear and disgust. Cockroaches are also known carriers of diseases such as Salmonella, Dysentery & Gastro-enteritis, exposure to this pest also poses significant health risks. Increases in eczema, asthma and allergies have even been linked to cockroach droppings, saliva and also that they shed their exoskeleton and body parts.

But most noticable can be the smell of cockroaches.  They tend to emit a scent that can be described by some as oily and musty, and some people also detect a sweet scent from them.  If you have noticed an unpleasant, lingering odour under sinks, behind appliances or in store cupboards, it’s time to check for signs of cockroaches to see if they are german cockroaches or american cockroaches.

Cockroaches are very tough insects and their ability to breed very rapidly making professional treatment essential to control any infestation.