Why cockroaches keep coming back
A female German cockroach carries up to 40 eggs in an ootheca and can produce hundreds of offspring in a few months. They hide by day in warmth and humidity: behind the fridge, the dishwasher, in conduits and crawl spaces. As long as one focus remains, the population rebuilds.
Why store sprays fail
Aerosol insecticides kill visible individuals but reach neither the eggs (protected in the ootheca) nor deep foci. Worse, they make surfaces repellent and push roaches to scatter into other rooms or units. In a building, the problem becomes collective.
The professional method: gel bait
The reference treatment is non-repellent insecticidal gel applied at strategic points. Roaches consume it, return to the nest and contaminate the colony by a domino effect, including the eggs. We add treatment of conduits, baseboards and technical voids, plus a follow-up visit.
Prevention: cut off water and food
Fix leaks, wipe surfaces, store food in airtight containers, take out the trash, caulk cracks behind appliances. In shared housing, treatment must be coordinated between neighbouring units, otherwise roaches simply migrate.
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Frequently asked questions
Are cockroaches dangerous to health?
Yes, indirectly: they contaminate food and surfaces, and their droppings and shed skins are allergens that can worsen asthma, especially in children.
Why do I have them when my home is clean?
Cockroaches often come from outside: cardboard boxes, used appliances, neighbouring units in a building. Cleanliness limits proliferation but doesn't guarantee no introduction.
How long to get rid of them?
With a professional gel treatment, a sharp drop is seen in 1 to 2 weeks, and elimination in 3 to 4 weeks with the follow-up visit.
How much does a cockroach treatment cost?
From about $99 depending on the area and infestation level. Detailed, commitment-free quote after inspection.