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How to Identify Cockroaches in Your Kitchen
Appearance
Common kitchen cockroaches include German and American species. German roaches are light brown with dark stripes, about ½ inch long. American roaches are larger—reddish-brown and up to 2 inches long. Both are fast-moving and hide during the day.
Behavior
Cockroaches are highly attracted to kitchens due to abundant food, water, and hiding spots. They typically hide under appliances, behind cabinets, inside cracks, or near plumbing. Nocturnal by nature, they emerge at night to forage for crumbs, grease, and moisture.
Signs of Infestation
Look for pepper-like droppings, smear marks near baseboards, egg casings, and a strong, musty odor. Nighttime sightings or cockroaches scurrying when you turn on the lights are major red flags.
Key Indicators of Cockroach Infestation in the Kitchen
Droppings in Cabinets and Corners
Cockroach droppings resemble black specks or coffee grounds. You’ll often find them inside drawers, along cabinet edges, or behind appliances like stoves and refrigerators.
Egg Casings in Hidden Areas
Brown, oval egg casings (oothecae) are typically found behind kitchen appliances, inside pantry corners, or under the sink. Repeated appearances suggest ongoing reproduction.
Strong, Musty Odor
A lingering, greasy or musty smell in the kitchen can be caused by cockroach secretions. The odor intensifies with larger infestations.
Live Roach Sightings at Night
Seeing cockroaches crawling across counters, walls, or floors—especially at night—is a clear sign of an active infestation.
SUCCESS STORIES
How to Remove Cockroaches from Your Kitchen
Deep Clean All Surfaces and Appliances
Clean countertops, inside cabinets, under appliances, and trash bins. Remove grease, food residue, and crumbs—especially in hidden or hard-to-reach areas.
Seal Cracks and Entry Points
Use caulk or sealant to close gaps around baseboards, under sinks, and behind stoves or dishwashers. These are common entry and nesting points.
Use Baits, Traps, and Insect Growth Regulators
Place gel baits and sticky traps in areas with activity—under the fridge, near the sink, or behind the stove. Insect growth regulators (IGRs) help stop reproduction.
Hire a Professional Exterminator
If DIY methods don’t control the infestation, a licensed pest control service can apply targeted treatments to eliminate the problem at its source.
Why Call a Professional Exterminator?
Calling for cockroach control takes the guesswork out of getting rid of pests. Not only can a cockroach exterminator quickly find where the cockroaches are hiding, but they can remove the pests without creating hazards in the home for homeowners, children, and pets. The only way to guarantee that cockroaches are removed permanently from the home is to call a professional exterminator. Any other methods have no way of ensuring that pests are removed and no way of ensuring that those within the home remain safe.
Inspection
During an inspection, an exterminator will look inside and outside the building with the pest problem. They will find common areas where cockroaches tend to enter the home and other areas where the cockroaches might be living. There are many tools that an inspector might use including a flashlight, a moisture meter, and other tools to determine where the pests are located.
Treatment
After inspection, the exterminator will determine what type of treatment is best for the building. Professionals cockroach removers will help you determine what needs to be done before they can remove the bugs. They can also help you determine how to protect your home and possessions from cockroaches while they prepare to exterminate the insects.
Follow Up
Exterminators can advise you on how to keep pests from coming back, and if you continue to heed their expert advice, pests like cockroaches should no longer be a problem. Power Pest Control offers warranties with all our packages so that if pests come back, even if you do stick to our advice, within six months, we can come back get any insects that may have been missed.
FAQs About Cockroaches In Your Kitchen
1. Why are cockroaches in my kitchen?
Kitchens offer food, water, warmth, and shelter—all ideal for cockroach survival. Even a few crumbs or drops of water can attract them.
2. Are kitchen cockroaches dangerous?
Yes. They can spread bacteria like salmonella and E. coli, contaminate food, and trigger allergies and asthma—especially in children.
3. Where do cockroaches hide in the kitchen?
Common hiding spots include under the fridge, behind the stove, inside cabinets, under the sink, and in wall cracks near plumbing.
4. How do I prevent cockroaches in the kitchen?
Keep surfaces clean, store food in sealed containers, take out trash regularly, and fix leaks. Seal cracks and use traps as a preventive measure.
5. Can cockroaches live inside kitchen appliances?
Yes. They can nest inside microwaves, ovens, toasters, and even dishwashers—anywhere that’s warm, dark, and near food.
6. How long does it take to get rid of kitchen cockroaches?
Mild infestations can improve in days with proper baiting. Severe infestations may take several weeks and professional intervention to fully resolve.
Contact Power Pest Control today to see what we can do to help you with your cockroach problem. Call us at 647-708-7378 or visit our website today.
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