Australian Cockroaches Pest Control
North Lakes Brisbane

What do they look like?

Despite that they are called “Australian Cockroaches”, these roaches are common species globally and are introduced species in North Lakes Australia. It’s common in countries with tropical climates and is thought to originate in Africa.

This insect can move quickly and may dart out of sight. They enter rooms through little cracks, holes or some other open home windows and doors, with its wings and is a competent flyer.

They are cold-tolerant that is why they brood in warm areas. Even if it’s snowing outside, where there’s warmth, they move and capable of flourishing indoors. Like most cockroaches they are scavengers but they consume mostly on plants but can also feed on a wide array of organic materials such as decaying matter.

There are approximately 450 species of cockroaches in Australia, but hardly any are categorised as pest. actually, There are three common types of roaches found in Australian homes and businesses, mainly, German cockroaches, American cockroaches and Australian Cockroaches (which is not a native whatsoever from the country).

Signs of Infestation

Cockroaches normally leave trails of their presence, so it’s straightforward to spot an infestation. They are basically lively at night and hide from sight at some point of the day. Because they are night-time pests, they sneak inside and out of the household, devour on edible things and unique things that can avoid the place of sanitation around North Lakes.

Here are some easy methods to spot a roach infestation:

• Droppings – roaches leave dustful amount of gray to black droppings that looks like coffee and ground peppers.
• Smear marks – their smear marks are mixed with water and usually dark to light brown in color. These are often seen on walls, floors and in certain areas where they nest or crawl.
• Egg capsules (ootheca) – roaches lay eggs in capsules or known as ootheca which contains multiples of eggs. These capsules are smoky brown in colour.
• Shed skin – cockroaches shed skin five to eight cases as they grow and grow in size. Watch out for these skin sheds which varies in length in areas that you suspect they are nesting.
• Unpleasant odor – cockroaches produce pheromones that are horrendous into the nose of individuals. When they defecate, it discharges pungent odor and spoils items that come in contact with their waste. The odor will be extremely evident since the infestation develops.
• Damages – not only that they can attack food and packages, roaches are capable of destroying natural materials to feed on such as leather and books.

Common places of infestation

Do-it-your own steps and insecticides might not be enough to completely eradicate the infestation. They may be helpful but on a short term foundation. These nasty creepy crawlers can still survive after treatment that’s the reason why almost all North Lakes Australian families will Seek the support of pest experts.

Insecticide and cleansing the home and surrounding regions may be helpful to control the infestation of these nasty, creepy crawlers however there are instances that these measures are not sufficient. Hence, most house owners are seeking the assistance of licensed pest control dealers to help them absolutely remove the infestation.

At Local Pest Control Brisbane we promise complete assessment of your pest issues. Our trained technicians are there to help and get rid of the upsetting problem that Australian cockroaches and other Pests can cause your household. If you suspect an infestation, do not hesitate to book a consultation with us.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you want the best pest control North Lakes services that are affordable and effective? Do you want a company that is reliable? Do you want pest control that will last and that will be a service that is value for money? Do you want to deal with experts that are experienced and knowledgeable? Do you want pet-friendly and environment-friendly pest control treatments?

We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable pest control services. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to provide effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. Our results are amazing because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your area or community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control management including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and well being of your family being our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests at home and in the work place. We are well equipped and highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate course of treatment.

Commercial & Residential Services

Most North Lakes residential properties will require annual pest control services but commercial premises, due to their health and safety requirements, need far more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control Brisbane, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises and homeowners alike. Another great feature we can offer is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control service when extra discretion is required.

With our technicians being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are we are fully equipped to expertly deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you can possibly experience in the North Lakes area.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and individual treatments) from returning to your property.