Cockroaches

Entering into homes and businesses to escape the cold, cockroaches bring many problems with them. The German Cockroach, the most commonly found in Canada, is highly adaptable and often lives in dirtier environments where it can easily access food sources. Keeping your home clean, with all food sources properly stored away in sealed containers is one of the easiest ways to prevent infestations.

A cockroach infestation is not only very unsightly, but it can lead to serious health concerns. The droppings from cockroaches can cause allergies and even asthma to develop as the particles become airborne. They can also contaminate food and cause food poisoning and spread bacteria and harmful diseases as they crawl over surfaces.

This is why it is imperative to seek the help of professional pest control services to eliminate a cockroach infestation at first signs.

Pest ID
Size: 1 - 5cm
Colour: reddish-brown to black
Description: flattened, oval shape; long antennae and 6 legs