Cockroaches

Signs of a Cockroach Infestation

• Dark droppings resembling coffee grounds or ground pepper, often along skirting or behind appliances
• A persistent musty or oily smell, especially in the kitchen or utility area
• Shed skins or small dark egg cases tucked into corners and crevices
• Cockroaches seen during the day, indicating a large hidden population

Cockroaches breed extremely quickly. If you have any suspicions, don’t delay in seeking a professional set of eyes.

Types of Cockroach

German cockroaches are small, fast-breeding, and drawn to warmth, so they cluster around ovens, fridges and dishwashers.

Oriental cockroaches are larger and slower, and prefer cool, damp spots like drains, basements and under flooring.

The species, and their habits, change how we approach treatment.

Why DIY Treatment Rarely Helps

Shop sprays kill what's moving, but they miss their hideaways. Egg cases are glued deep into cracks and voids, well away from any surface spray, so a new generation hatches within weeks regardless. Many UK cockroach populations have also built up resistance to the pyrethroids found in consumer products, so even direct isn’t enough to kill them.

How We Handle Cockroaches

We inspect the property thoroughly to identify the species and map out every harbourage point, even in the hidden spaces such as behind large appliances. Professional-grade gel bait is applied directly at those points and carried back by foragers to reach the colony and their eggs. In larger infestations, an insect growth regulator is used to stop the next generation breeding.

We schedule in follow-up visits to confirm the population is in decline, not just in hiding.

If you run a food business, a cockroach sighting is a compliance and food safety issue. We are BPCA-certified and provide full documentation of our treatment process for your records. We also always arrive in unmarked vehicles to protect your reputation.

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Our Guarantee

Unlike other pest control companies, we don’t charge per visit. Instead, we provide a fixed and fair quote for the problem, regardless of how long it takes, keeping us accountable to fixing the problem for good.

Who We Help

• Domestic properties and homes
• Restaurants, cafes, and commercial kitchens
• Hospitality venues
• Offices and commercial premises
• Healthcare and care environments