Cockroaches

– Look for roaches behind stoves and fridges.
– Check under sinks and in cabinet corners.
– Find dark droppings in pantry crevices.

Gel bait placement in harborage areas, crack-and-crevice residual insecticide, insect growth regulator (IGR) to break reproduction cycle; sanitation counseling critical for long-term control. A pro treats the cracks and voids where roaches hide and breed. The bait and growth blocker stop the next generation from maturing. Good cleaning at home then keeps the roaches from coming back.

We use gel baits and crack treatments. We add growth blocker sprays and give sanitation tips.

– Keep kitchen surfaces, floors, and appliances free of grease and food debris.

– Fix leaky pipes and eliminate water pooling under sinks.

– Seal gaps around plumbing penetrations, outlets, and cabinet backs.

– Inspect and discard corrugated cardboard boxes, which harbor egg cases.

– Do not leave pet food out overnight; store in sealed containers.

– Fix leaks and reduce kitchen dampness fast.

– Store food in sealed containers and clean crumbs.

– Remove old cardboard boxes from kitchens and storage.

Warm, humid indoor environments; congregates near heat and moisture sources — behind refrigerators, under stoves, inside dishwashers, and inside wall voids adjacent to plumbing. Roaches feed mostly at night and hide by day. Seeing one in daylight often points to a much larger hidden population. They squeeze through very small cracks and spread fast once they are inside. A warm kitchen gives them food, water, and shelter all in one place. They also gather in cabinets, pantries, and the clutter under the sink.

Roaches are a regular problem in Portland kitchens and downtown units. They thrive in warm, damp spots.