Yes, we at Central Pest Control have been dealing with two types of Cockroaches in the home, hospitality and food sectors.
We have carried out a risk assessment survey in Dublin, to identity the source of a heavy infestation in an apartment block and our findings after a couple of weeks investigating under the apartments two food premises have been experiencing Cockroaches for years, so we had a site meeting to put together a best practice pest management plan.
- German Cockroach (Blattella germanica)
- Oriental or the common cockroach (Blatta orientals)
Understanding a Cockroach Infestation: What’s the Connection?
Cockroaches are known for their resilience and adaptability, which, unfortunately, makes them a persistent pest in many food premises, takeaways, homes and apartment blocks
Seeking Location: cockroaches’ natural habitats, such as pantry’s production and catering areas and sewers, forcing them to find refuge in drier places. Your premises provides the perfect home with its warmth and abundant hiding spots.
Food Shortage: When their food sources are washed away or scarce, cockroaches are compelled to explore new areas for sustenance. Your kitchen, with its crumbs and leftovers, becomes an inviting feast.
Temperature Comfort: Cockroaches are highly sensitive to temperature changes. A drop in temperature following rain can prompt them to seek the cozy warmth of your home, or workplace, where they can thrive.
Easy Access: structural integrity of your property, creating small cracks and gaps in doors, windows, and walls. Cockroaches are expert infiltrators, squeezing through these tiny openings to gain entry.
How to Keep Cockroaches Out?
Preventing a cockroach invasion requires a proactive approach, especially on the first sightings. Here are some steps you can take to keep these pests at bay:
Eliminate Moisture: Cockroaches thrive in many environments, from production to basement areas. Check for any leaks in your premises and use dehumidifiers to reduce humidity, particularly in basements, kitchens, and bathrooms.
Proofing – Seal Entry Points: Inspect your premises for cracks or gaps, particularly around doors, windows, and plumbing. Sealing these entry points with caulk or weatherstripping can significantly reduce the chances of cockroaches getting in.
Maintain Good Housekeeping Measures: Regularly housekeeping and spillage cleaning, focusing on areas where food particles tend to accumulate. Wipe down counters, sweep floors, and store food in airtight containers to remove potential food sources.
Consider Professional Pest Control: Sometimes, despite your best efforts, cockroaches can still find a way in. Central Pest Control offers professional cockroach control services that are effective, safe, and tailored to your needs.
Why Choose Central Pest Control for Cockroach Issues?
At Central Pest Control, we understand the unique challenges of controlling pests in Ireland. Here’s why we stand out:
All our staff have up to date PMU licences and are fully insured in dealing with most common unwanted pests.
Over thirty years of Experience: Our team has extensive knowledge of cockroach behaviour and the most effective methods to eliminate them, especially during the wet seasons.
Eco-Friendly Solutions: We prioritise the safety of your family, customers and staff by using environmentally friendly, past and approved insecticides and gel treatments that are tough on pests but gentle on your managing your property. We would always recommend the setting up of food attractant cockroach boards, which will help us to identify the levels and source of a cockroach infestation.
Customised Pest Plans: No infestation is the same, and neither are our treatment plans. We carry a full risk assessment free of charge to commercial and food sectors to assess the situation and create a strategy that targets the root of the problem.
Do Cockroaches carry diseases?
Some of the diseases carried by Cockroaches
- Food poisoning: Salmonella Enteritidis
- Food poisoning: Salmonella Oranienburg
- Tuberculosis: Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- Tapeworm: Taenia sagininum
The control of Cockroaches in the food sectors, handling establishments, in hospitals and the hospitality sector, where the source of infestation is established, is of great concern to the public, your staff and customers, that urgent attention is needed by a professional pest control company that deals with this difficult to treat pest.
Remember a pest infestation in the food industry may result in a closer order or a fine and will be recorded by the environmental food safety sectors and may be published online.
Central Pest Control is here to help. With our expertise and commitment to quality, please don’t hesitate in contacting us.
Dublin: 01 2005900
Wicklow: 0404 62026
Kildare: 045 395395
