Identifying cockroaches
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Lambeth is commonly affected by Oriental or German cockroaches which are:
- 10-25 mm long
- light, dark brown or black
Home treatments for cockroaches
An adult must be present throughout each visit. Treatments in your home typically involve:
- two visits two weeks apart
- placing gel bait under sink cabinets, around door hinges and other affected areas
- a spray for intensive infested areas
- an advice sheet with information about the bait used, where it was placed, and any special precautions needed
- measures to protect children and pets
Preventing cockroach infestation
You can prevent cockroaches from entering you home by:
- filling any cracks
- reducing clutter
- cleaning pet droppings with detergents and disinfectant
- putting dead cockroaches in a plastic bag and in your wheelie bin
- cleaning up all food debris from floors, tables, cupboards, and drawers