Cockroaches are one of the most common pests in Mount Gravatt, and they often turn up in the same homes that have fleas, because warm, humid weather suits both. Large brown cockroaches tend to come in from gardens, drains and roof spaces, while the small German cockroach lives indoors in kitchens and bathrooms and breeds quickly. The crew we book treats for both.
Inside, the treatment usually uses gel baits placed in cracks and hinges where cockroaches shelter, along with a spray around edges and entry points. Baits go into tight gaps rather than open surfaces. Outside, the crew treats around the base of the house, drains, electricity boxes and eaves. The mix depends on which type of cockroach you have, and the crew will explain their plan before they start.
- Kitchen cupboards, hinges and gaps behind appliances
- Bathrooms, toilets and laundry areas
- Drains, electricity boxes and outside walls
- Roof edges, eaves and window frames
- Gel baits for German cockroaches indoors
Before the visit, clear the benches and the cupboards under the sink so the crew can reach the corners. Wipe up crumbs and grease, and store food in sealed containers. After the treatment, try not to spray your own products over the gel baits, since that can put cockroaches off eating them. It can take a week or two to see numbers drop.
Many people in Mount Gravatt book cockroach control at the same visit as a flea treatment to save a second trip. Units and 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 7767 for upfront pricing.
