Why they’re a problem

• Major risk to health and hygiene, spread bacteria from drains & waste areas to food surfaces

• Cause asthma and allergy triggers, especially in children

• Contaminate food, surfaces & packaging with droppings and pathogens

• Fast breeders: a single female can produce 300+ offspring annually

• Often hidden, making infestations worse before you notice them

Where they thrive
Cockroaches are scavengers that thrive in warm, humid environments like kitchens, bathrooms, drains, sewers & service areas.

Common species in South Africa

• German Cockroach: Small, light brown with two dark stripes; usually found in kitchens, canteens & storerooms

• American Cockroach: Large, reddish-brown; typically found in drains & industrial areas

Common signs to look out for

• Live cockroaches at night or when lights switch on

• Droppings resembling black pepper behind appliances & cupboards

• Egg cases (oothecae) stuck in cracks and joints

• Musty, oily smell indicating a growing infestation

• Shed skins where they hide or travel

• Smear marks on walls near water sources

How they get in

• Cardboard boxes, groceries, appliances, open drains & plumbing lines

Our solution
-Species identification & inspection
-Targeted gel baiting & residual treatments
-Hygiene guidance and regular monitoring to prevent return