COCKROACH PEST CONTROL & EXTERMINATION IN PHOENIX VALLEY
Roaches can be one of many varieties, colors, and sizes. Most cockroaches are nocturnal and hide beneath furniture and baseboards, sewers, and leaves. It is most disturbing when they’re seen scurrying across the kitchen counter or shower floor when the inhabitants of the home turn on the light for a late-night snack.
Unfortunately, by the time a homeowner sees cockroaches, in all likelihood, there is an infestation. The control and treatment of cockroaches can require a professional plan of action and diligence.
Types of Cockroaches
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German cockroaches are half-inch tan or light brown cockroaches have two racing stripes along the protuberant area just behind the head. These are a non-flying species, even though they have wings. German cockroaches are brought into the home through boxes, household items, and bags, where they hide to hitch a ride into the house. Egg cases look like a tan capsule-shaped tube, the shells of which can be found once the eggs inside (40-50) hatch.
American cockroaches are much bigger than their German counterparts. They can fly from place to place and infest palm trees, drains, and basements. Some people call them palmetto bugs.
Brown-banded cockroaches can be confused with German cockroaches, but they are a little smaller and lack the distinctive striped markings on the heads of the German variety. Instead, they are light tan with brown bands along the length of their wings. They enjoy the same travel patterns, by arriving in packages, used furniture, boxes, and clothing.
Oriental cockroaches are shiny black or dark reddish-brown and can grow up to an inch and a quarter. These are commonly thought of as sewer roaches, since they travel in sewers and seek water, moist piles of leaves, and other damp places.
What are the signs of a Cockroach Infestation?
Fecal material appears as dark speckles. Many times a homeowner will discover a dead cockroach, or find an ootheca or the shell of an ootheca.
Need to get rid of cockroaches?
Call Russell Pest Control for all types of roaches! Roaches are prolific breeders, hide in the tiniest of corners, carry diseases, and are just plain disgusting. There is no reason for a family to have to suffer a roach infestation.