Identifying Cockroaches

There are over 4,500 cockroach species worldwide, with Singapore’s humid climate favoring pests like the German Cockroach (Blattella germanica). Cockroaches are reddish-brown to dark brown, grow up to 50 mm long (depending on species), and have flattened oval bodies for squeezing into tight spaces. They thrive in warm, moist environments, triggering allergies or contaminating food. For effective cockroach treatment in Singapore, we specialize in targeted solutions to eliminate these pests and ensure a hygienic, pest-free environment.

How Do You Know You Have an Infestation?

You will find:

  1. Live Activity: Adults/nymphs scurrying at night (nocturnal behavior).
  2. Droppings: Black, pepper-like pellets near hinges, corners, or appliances.
  3. Egg Casings (Oothecae): Reddish-brown capsules (8–10 mm) hidden in cracks.
  4. Odor: Musty smell.
  5. Damage: Chewed paper, packaging, or wiring.
American Cockroach (Periplaneta Americana)

In Singapore, the American cockroach may be the most prevalent cockroach. It has a reddish-brown body with a yellow pronotum band (plate-like structure behind the head). An American cockroach may grow to be between 40 and 50mm long. As they infest the sewage system, American cockroaches are active both indoors and outdoors.

Brown-banded Cockroach (Supella longipalpa)

Brown-banded cockroaches have a comparable body size to German cockroaches. Males are light yellowish or brown in color, while females are darker. Brown-banded cockroaches derive their name from the transverse stripes on their bodies. Cockroach infestations in homes and businesses are also caused by this species.

German Cockroach (Blatella germanica)

German Cockroaches are around 20mm long. They are tanned or light brown in colour. The two black stripes on the back of adult German cockroaches help to identify them. They are typically found in the following locations: Kitchens (indoors) Food preparation areas.

Restaurant and F&B owners have nightmares about large German cockroach infestations. Control techniques for this species are more difficult to implement than for other species. This is attributed to the spread of pesticide resistance and the high rate of reproduction.

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How do you know you have a cockroach infestation?

You will find:

  1. Adult cockroaches and nymphs active at night as they are nocturnal
  2. Oothecae (egg casings), which are reddish brown in colour
  3. Black faecal droppings at aggregation areas such as on door/cabinet hinges or corners
  4. Distinctive odour, especially for American Cockroaches
Cockroach Squeezing In
Cockroach Moulting

How to Prevent Cockroaches from Invading Your Home

Identify entry points and hiding places. Inspection is a crucial step in locating cockroach access points and hiding locations. Because cockroaches are nocturnal insects, it is advisable to do an examination at night.

Their probable access locations include cracks, fissures, or gaps developed around utility lines and pipelines. To seal the access locations discovered, silicone-based caulk might be utilized. Also, examine, clean, and ventilate the spaces beneath the kitchen sink and refrigerator, since these are the moist locations that can become cockroach breeding grounds.

Identify entry points and hiding places. Inspection is a crucial step in locating cockroach access points and hiding locations. Because cockroaches are nocturnal insects, it is advisable to do an examination at night.

Their probable access locations include cracks, fissures, or gaps developed around utility lines and pipelines. To seal the access locations discovered, silicone-based caulk might be utilized. Also, examine, clean, and ventilate the spaces beneath the kitchen sink and refrigerator, since these are the moist locations that can become cockroach breeding grounds.

Identify entry points and hiding places. Inspection is a crucial step in locating cockroach access points and hiding locations. Because cockroaches are nocturnal insects, it is advisable to do an examination at night.

Their probable access locations include cracks, fissures, or gaps developed around utility lines and pipelines. To seal the access locations discovered, silicone-based caulk might be utilized. Also, examine, clean, and ventilate the spaces beneath the kitchen sink and refrigerator, since these are the moist locations that can become cockroach breeding grounds.

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It takes more than stomping on cockroaches with your shoes or spraying pesticide aerosols on them to get rid of a cockroach infestation. Professional cockroach treatments utilize different pesticides than those offered to the general population. Cockroaches are protected for a long time using residual pesticides. It has a long-lasting impact that might persist for months after application. Cockroach baits kill cockroaches by combining pesticides with food attractants. The bait does not kill cockroaches right away, but it does intoxicate them after consuming it. Intoxicated cockroaches may leave toxic vomitus, faeces, or even their corpses behind.

The pest control management company needs to innovate to stay up with increasingly tricky pest concerns. Cockroaches, like other pests, are constantly changing and acquiring resistance to the management measures and pesticides used to eradicate them.

Our pest control strategy for cockroaches leverages a multi-prong approach. First, we will locate and physically remove cockroaches, treat the sewers and manholes, place baits, and install monitoring stations.

Cockroach treatment programs are something we’ve been taught to do. We can create an appropriate solution to protect your property from cockroaches based on our professional expertise and experience.