Cockroaches
Filthy, fast, and shockingly persistent.
Identification
German roaches (small, light brown, two dark stripes behind head) infest kitchens. American roaches ("palmetto bugs," 1.5"+, reddish-brown) come in from sewers and outdoors.
Behavior & habitat
German roaches reproduce explosively — one female produces 30,000+ descendants per year. They hide in cracks during the day and forage at night near food, water, and warmth.
Health & property risks
Carry Salmonella, E. coli, and Staph; their droppings and shed skins are major asthma and allergy triggers, especially in children.
Signs of infestation
- • Live roaches scattering when lights flip on
- • Pepper-like droppings in drawers, cabinets, or on counters
- • Sweet, musty odor in heavily infested areas
- • Egg cases (oothecae) wedged in cracks
Prevention tips
- Store food in sealed containers; clean grease and crumbs daily
- Fix leaks under sinks and around appliances
- Seal cracks around plumbing and pipe penetrations
- Empty trash regularly and keep outdoor bins away from doors
How Black Ops treats it
We go in and flush out 50% of the invaders on the first visit to give you peace of mind. Then we deploy strategic follow-ups that focus on getting rid of the rest.
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