Cockroach Control New Zealand

Cockroaches are tiny pests that easily enter your property and create a nuisance. Though they don’t bite or sting, they create an unfavourable and unhygienic environment for you to live in.

Cockroaches make people uncomfortable, which is one of the primary reasons they must be immediately removed from your property.

If you want to avail yourself of the best cockroach treatment in New Zealand, call us today! Tom’s Pest Control in New Zealand is an experienced company dedicated to handling various pests. From German cockroach treatment to Oriental cockroach treatment, we can provide various services to keep your home pest-free.

Types Of Cockroaches That May Enter Your Property

There are many species of cockroaches present worldwide. However, some common species entering your home are:

German Cockroach: These cockroaches grow about 12-15 mm long. They usually have two dark longitudinal stripes on their pronotum. Such cockroaches may survive on the water without food for about a month.
American Cockroach: This type grows to 35 – 40mm long. They are shiny red-brown or sometimes dark brown. An adult American cockroach has a lifespan of 6 to 12 months.
Oriental Cockroach: These cockroaches are dark brown or black and grow up to 20 – 25mm in length. This species has wings but cannot fly.
Brown Banded Cockroach: These cockroaches can grow 10 to 15 mm long. They usually have yellow-brown stripes on their abdomen area.
Australian Cockroach: These dark brown cockroaches can grow up to 35 mm in length. Adult cockroaches may live for about 4 to 8 months.
Smoky Brown Cockroach: These cockroaches may grow to be 3 to 35 mm in length. These cockroaches usually run, but they can fly in extreme temperatures. The male cockroaches have wings longer than the body, whereas the females have wings that overlap their abdomen. They are shiny dark brown.

How Can You Prevent Cockroaches From Entering Your Home?

Cockroaches may enter your property despite your efforts to keep your home clean. However, carrying out the necessary steps to prevent or discourage these pests from entering your property is still essential.

Here are a few tips to keep your home or office cockroach free –

Seal all cracks and crevices in your property’s indoor and outdoor areas to avoid cockroaches from entering.
Ensure the drains are unclogged at all times.
Fix leakages
Clean your dirty dishes and avoid leaving them in the sink overnight.
Ensure to clean your dining table after every meal to avoid leaving food residues that may attract cockroaches.
Do not keep waste cardboard packaging on your property as this attracts cockroaches.

How To Know If Your Property Has Cockroach Infestation?

You can judge the presence of cockroaches by looking at signs like:

Roach Dropping:

Black in colour, roach droppings resemble ground coffee.

Smear Marks:

In places where water is accumulated, the roaches produce irregular shaped brown smear marks. These marks form as they rest or crawl from one point to another.

Egg Capsules:

Roaches lay eggs in a capsule known as ootheca. Every ootheca contains many eggs. These egg capsules are primarily found in damp and dark places.

Shed Skin:

Cockroaches shed their skin at least 6 to 7 times in a lifetime. This happens when they are transforming into an adult. You may spot skin dropping in your property’s damp and dark areas.

Unusual Odour:

Cockroaches produce a pheromone when they defecate in their sleep. This attracts more roaches and exudes a musky odour.

Live Cockroaches:

You may see live cockroaches moving in your kitchen, near your wardrobe, in the basement, or any other place that is dark and damp.

Cockroach Treatment in New Zealand

When you hire the experts at Tom’s Pest Control, we inspect your property first to understand the level of infestation and the type of cockroaches living. Depending on our findings, we may adopt any of the following treatments:

Cockroach Bait

Cockroach baits are available in solid, liquid and gel forms. Depending on the level of infestation, we may decide which type of bait is best for your property. We place the baits in areas that we feel are the most accessible to the cockroaches. Once they consume the bait, they may go back to their colony and defecate, thus killing other cockroaches. Therefore, the bait system is one of the most effective ways to remove and control the cockroach population.

Fumigation

This treatment uses insecticides for the effective removal of cockroaches. This treatment is a gas exterminator that is ideal for use in commercial spaces like warehouses, manufacturing houses, stores, etc.

Heat Treatment

If you want us to carry out a chemical-free treatment, you may ask us about the heat treatment. As its name suggests, this treatment involves the application of heat to kill cockroaches and their eggs.

These are just a few treatments that we carry out to remove cockroaches. Sometimes we may have to use a combination of treatments to get you the best results. Depending on the level of infestation on your property, we prepare a customised treatment plan for you.

FAQs

Why do cockroaches keep returning to the same spot repeatedly?

Cockroaches can be a problem for homeowners. You can control cockroaches by setting up bait stations or spraying them. They may return. Roaches, as with all living creatures, require water for survival.

Cockroaches love to hide under damp surfaces like your bathroom or kitchen. It doesn’t matter how much water you have. It doesn’t matter how much water there is.

You should drain any water sources that may cause cockroach problems. Also, check your pipes for leaks. Tom’s Pest Control New Zealand will help you identify the source of the infestation.

Is it possible for cockroaches to cause allergic reactions?

Allergy and asthma can be triggered by saliva, part-shedding, and excreta. Inhaled allergens can also cause allergies. For example, the survey revealed that 63% of Australians have cockroach allergies.

In metropolitan regions, this figure can rise to 78%-98%. To find out if you have allergies, see an allergist. These are the most common cockroach allergy symptoms.

Coughing
Nasal clogging
A skin rash
You are wheezing
Infected ears
nasal infection

Cockroach allergies are less severe than seasonal allergies. However, if you suspect you are allergic, see a dermatologist.

Allow the mixture to soak for at least fifteen minutes. The skin’s reaction to the mixture can then be monitored. Then, contact us to find a permanent solution for your cockroach problems.

How long does it take to eliminate all German cockroaches in a single day?

It all depends on how severe the infestation is. Cockroaches from Germany normally die after two weeks. Severe infestations, on the other hand, can take up to eight weeks.

The German cockroach’s size ranges from 1/2 to 5/8 inches. This species’ body is small and flat. This species has two dark lines, either brown or tan, running down its back. Despite having wings, they are unable to fly.

German cockroaches can multiply quickly and be hard to eradicate without professional assistance. However, many tools and strategies can be used to eradicate your infestation. The value of pest control professionals cannot be overemphasized. A Tom’s Pest Control New Zealand specialist will help you save time and money if your infestation is severe.

What are the signs of a cockroach infestation?

They are so good at hiding that it might be difficult to determine if they are infected. While you may only be able to see one cockroach at a time, there may be many others hidden beneath your feet. If you notice signs of infestation, it is important to act immediately.

Cracks in dark hiding spots with tiny black marks or cockroaches’ poop
Faecal debris is a black streak or spot that can be found anywhere.
Skins left behind

There are two types: live and dead cockroaches. They are known for their foul odour.

Cockroaches can be found in bathrooms and kitchens. They are the most prevalent.

If Asian cockroaches are prevalent at higher elevations, look for dampness and concealed leaks. A flashlight or long magnifying lens is an excellent tool for locating cockroaches in dark environments.

What species of cockroaches are found in Australia?

About 450 native cockroaches live in Australia. This is only a fraction of the over 4,000+ cockroaches found worldwide. This isn’t alarming, though, as six species are most common in Australia.

There are six kinds of Australian cockroaches.

German cockroach
Asian cockroach
Australian cockroach
Brown Banded Cockroach
Smoky brown cockroach

Cockroaches can be found on both homes and ships. These pests are common in Australia and have been introduced over the past two hundred years.

We can either stop cockroaches from entering your home or eliminate them.

How do I stop cockroaches from entering my home?

Place all garbage containers outside if they aren’t covered. All surfaces must be cleaned, including stoves and countertops. Unworn and unworn furniture and clothing should not be stored in your home. Cooking materials should never be left unattended at the sink.

Cockroaches love open food. Clean out all drawers and shelves. This is because insects love to nest in dirty places.

Clear out the bathroom and kitchen drains. Add phenol to the water and wipe the floors with it.

What is the expense of getting rid of German roaches in your home?

They can spread disease quickly and reproduce quickly, making them a problem in New Zealand. German cockroaches are attracted to warm and humid environments. They can produce as many as 100,000 eggs per year.

Many factors can affect the cost of cockroach control. Cockroach removal costs can be affected by many factors. The cost of cockroach treatment varies depending on the size of the cockroaches and how they were removed. New Zealand’s German Cockroaches, as well as other pests, can be treated for $130. Treatments take 3-4 weeks and cost $100.

To eliminate roaches, you should only use one method. You must have a comprehensive plan if cockroaches are found in your home. This will be more expensive.

Is there an American cockroach in Australia?

The most common Australian cockroach type is the German cockroach.

The American cockroach can infest other buildings. American cockroaches are commonly known as the “Palmetto Bug”. The “Palmetto Bug”, as it is often called, lives in trees. It is attracted to dark, damp, and unperturbed environments.

Basements, baths, and subfloors are common places to find them. American cockroaches are 35-40mm long and have a gleaming reddish-brown colour. Male wings are larger than female wings, which barely touch their abdomens.

How do I get rid of German Roaches quickly?

To prevent roach reproduction, an insect growth regulator is required. All mature German Roaches are killed by Invict Gold.

Anyone who has previously used the German Roach Spray Kit will be able to use it again. Tekko Pro IGR and Alpine WSG insecticides are included in this insecticide mixture. However, they won’t be able to stand it (Insect growth Regulation). Spray the liquid mixture into cracks and crevices first. Then, spray the surface with Shockwave aerosol to kill the roaches.

As a long-term solution, we recommend Avert Flowable bait. It is extremely durable and can be used for many years. It can also be used as bait or tracker. The powdered bait can also be used to lure and track roaches. This bait should not go in cracks, crevices, or under appliances. Gel baits are also available for flat surfaces.

Is there a safe temperature at which German cockroaches can be killed?

German cockroaches may die if they are left to heat at 45F for more than 10 hours. They can also die from the heat below 14 degrees F.

Cockroaches can’t regulate their body temperature after exposure to temperatures up to 50 degrees. As a result, they die when exposed to temperatures they do not like.

Different species of cockroaches can survive with different survival rates. They can survive at just the right temperature. However, they will die if exposed to too much heat, too little cold, or both. They can be frozen but not heated. Tom’s Pest Control New Zealand can help with severe infestations in your home or office.