Cockroaches turn up in all kinds of homes across the Yarra Valley, from town houses in Lilydale to farmhouses and holiday cabins. German cockroaches are the small, light brown ones that breed quickly in kitchens and bathrooms. Larger Australian and American cockroaches tend to live outside in garden beds, drains and woodpiles, then wander in on warm nights.
A cockroach treatment is aimed at where they hide during the day. The crew we book uses gel baits in cracks, hinges and behind appliances, plus a spray or dust in the gaps they travel through. For outdoor species, the outside walls, drains and subfloor get treated as well. German cockroaches often need more than one visit, and the crew will talk you through that on the day.
- Gel bait in kitchen cupboards, hinges and appliance gaps
- Treatment of bathrooms, laundries and under sinks
- Dust in wall voids and roof spaces where needed
- Outside spray around drains, walls and entry points
- Tips on crumbs, grease and water leaks
When you call, tell us what the cockroaches look like, where you see them and how long it has been going on. We give you upfront pricing on the phone and book a nearby independent crew. Before the visit, empty the cupboards under the sink, wipe down benches and keep pet food covered.
After treatment you may see more cockroaches for a few days as they come out of hiding. Try not to spray them with surface sprays, as that can undo the baits. Keeping the kitchen clean and fixing leaks will help the treatment work. For cockroach control anywhere in the Yarra Valley, call 03 7053 9852 to book.