Cockroaches

Harm Level of Cockroaches

Different levels of gastroenteritis (food poisoning, dysentery, diarrhea, and other illnesses) appear to be the principal diseases transmitted by Cockroaches. German Cockroaches carry diseases on their legs and bodies. Once they land on an object, they will be depositing any germs, viruses, or diseases that they carry. Here is an awesome article by the Victorian Government which further explains the health levels! 

Home damage level

Our techs at Newcastle Pest Exterminators have seen Cockroaches destroy everything from kettles to expensive household items like beloved Thermomix, Coffee machines, Stereos, and Modems – Newcastle Pest Exterminators have seen it all. Those cockroaches get into your floorboards, hinges in doorways, and cupboards and eat your wiring and destroy appliances. They also love your soaps and your toothpaste! Read through over 200+ of our Google Reviews from our awesome customers to see how we have saved the homes and businesses of some of our customers! 

German Cockroach

German cockroaches are one of the most common cockroach species found in households and pose a serious risk to the health and wellbeing of your family. These cockroaches undergo three distinct life stages which span approximately 100 days. They feed on almost anything…passing around diseases and bacteria. The female German roach is capable of producing over 400 eggs in its lifetime. That’s a lot of roaches that could potentially jeopardize the health of your family.

Here at Newcastle Pest Control, we fully understand that German Cockroaches pose a significant health risk. In Australia, they are widespread. You can find them in and around food, warmth, and moisture – think of places such as behind your fridge, dishwasher, or in your pantry. Your home, apartment, workplace, or restaurant is not immune to German roaches and is the ideal environment for them to thrive in. Before they become a problem, give us a call on 4058 4158. Your home is your biggest asset, and we are here to help you protect it from German Cockroaches.

Being nocturnal creatures, cockroaches are not usually seen out in broad daylight. They love to live in close proximity to humans…in temperate zones of the house, such as your pantry…your food store!!! They breed so quickly that by the time you realize there is an issue – you have become overrun. Under ideal conditions, German cockroaches can breed up to an explosion of 1 million roaches. If you see one, we can guarantee there is a lot more from where that came from. Follow the link in our bio if you suspect you have a German cockroach problem and we can help you safeguard your home and family from these pests!

Can German roaches cause respiratory problems for your family?

YES! Whilst wandering around your home, they discard saliva, droppings, body parts, and more which become biohazards for your family. Once these particles are lifted up into the air, you can inhale them leading to flare-ups in asthma and a range of other respiratory-related issues. 

There are a few signs to look for that indicate a cockroach infestation, from dust-like black droppings to brown irregular-shaped smear marks in areas where there is high moisture. If you have these signs, the time to contact us is NOW. The first and most important part of treating an infestation is identifying the cockroach. Our well-experienced technicians at Newcastle Pest Exterminators are fully capable of doing pest identification. And with the right products and industry-leading equipment, they will effectively eradicate cockroaches from your place.

If you notice some german cockroaches living around your house, property, or business, you must get rid of them quickly. If you don’t treat them as soon as possible they can put you, your family, and your pets at high risk of getting serious illnesses.  They secrete an odorous discharge from their body which also taints and contaminates food. Like many other cockroach species, the German Cockroach transmits bacteria as they walk. They are transferring pathogens such as salmonella and e.coli to every area they scurry across. In some cases, they can also cause severe allergic reactions in humans. To avoid this, contact us now for more information on how we can help.