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Cockroach control in Harlow & West Essex

Cockroaches · Harlow & West Essex

Cockroaches hide in warm, tight spaces and come out at night. We find where they are living and treat those areas directly, with follow-up checks until they have gone.

01 Signs to look for

Signs of cockroaches

  • Cockroaches running when you switch the kitchen light on at night
  • Small dark droppings, like ground pepper, behind appliances or in cupboards
  • Egg cases in hidden corners
  • An unpleasant, oily smell

02 Procedure

How we deal with cockroaches

  1. Step 01

    Inspection

    We identify the species and find harbourage areas behind appliances, under units and around pipework.

  2. Step 02

    Treatment

    We use targeted gel baits and treatments in the places cockroaches live and feed.

  3. Step 03

    Follow-up

    We return to check activity and re-treat where needed until the infestation is cleared.

03 Prevention

Reducing the risk of cockroaches

  1. Note 01

    Clean behind and under cookers, fridges and dishwashers

  2. Note 02

    Fix leaking taps and pipes. Cockroaches need water

  3. Note 03

    Seal gaps around pipework and in kitchen units

  4. Note 04

    Do not leave food or dirty dishes out overnight

04 Survey area

Cockroach control near you

We provide cockroach control across Harlow and West Essex. Choose your area for local information.

05 Questions

Cockroach control: common questions

Q.01Can cockroaches spread between flats?

Yes. They travel through service ducts and pipework, so in blocks of flats several properties may need treating.

Q.02Do you treat commercial kitchens?

Yes. We treat restaurants, takeaways and food premises and provide written reports for your records and inspections.

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