The American cockroach is the largest cockroach in Ontario and a common problem in basements, boiler rooms, and restaurants. XtermaPro eliminates them fast.
The American cockroach is the largest common cockroach species up to 4cm long, reddish-brown with a pale yellow band behind its head. Despite the name, it originated in Africa and arrived in North America via shipping. It prefers dark, warm, moist areas basements, crawl spaces, boiler rooms, floor drains, and commercial kitchens are common harborage sites.
Signs of American cockroaches include:
Like all cockroaches, American cockroaches carry bacteria, fungi, and parasites on their bodies, contaminating food and surfaces. They are also a source of allergens that trigger asthma. In commercial food environments, their presence can result in serious health code violations.
We target the moist, dark areas American cockroaches prefer floor drains, utility rooms, and wall voids. Professional-grade baits and residual treatments are applied to harborage sites. We also recommend and assist with exclusion of entry points from drains and exterior gaps.
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Targeted treatments tough on pests and safe for your household.
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They have wings and are capable of flight but rarely do so indoors they prefer running.
Yes they can enter through floor drains, plumbing gaps, and sewer connections. Drain covers and proper sealing help.
They're generally easier to eliminate as they don't reproduce as rapidly, but large populations in basement or commercial settings can be challenging.
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